Blue-Purple Gemstone Jewelry

One of the most beautiful colors of gemstones is blue-purple. This color is relatively rare to wear and often gains attention due to its uniqueness. It isn't quite blue nor is it purple.

Some healers say that combining the blue and purple colors affect our physical and mental sides because the colors are uplifting, calming to mind and nerves, offer a good sense of spirituality and encourage creativity.

Two blue-violet gemstones are: Tanzanite and Iolite.

Tanzanite

One if the most beautiful stones found in East Africa is called Tanzanite, December birthstone along with Turquoise gem. It is made up of calcium aluminum silicate. A member of zoisite with a blue velvet shade and some are with color purple. It is has a pleochroism effect that varies different colors form different sides. Most colors form each sides are blue, purple and bronze. Tanzanite can achieve the blue-purple shade from bronze by heat treatment, which is accepted in marketing. Tiffany and Company named it after where it was found: Tanzania. Tiffany also made this blue-purple gem known to the world in 1969.

The bluer than purple it looks like makes the value of the stone higher. You will if it was cut the proper way if it shows balanced light on one angle and if the brilliance is exuded to the maximum level. Diamond and white gold are great to use in combination with tanzanite in jewelry as they perfectly bring out the color balance.

Never wear tanzanite accessories when doing chores because it is highly sensitive. Read more about Tanzanite Jewelry, Tanzanite Pendants, and Mens Tanzanite Rings.

Iolite

The mineral Cordierite, also the gemstone of the Vikings came from the Greek word "ios" which literally means violet. Iolite is sometimes thought to be a Tanzanite. Having a dominant blue color makes it look like blue sapphire and blue violet lighter shades has the more expensive appearance of Tanzanite. Iolite is bluish violet -- wonderfully suitable for jewelry making.

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What makes this gem special is the pleochroism feature that only a few gems have. It is capable of shading different colors in different angles and edges. On one angle it is bluish violet and appears almost colorless from other side and thus making it very hard to cut. The pleochroism used to guide Vikings in navigating on high seas which is far from the shore or coastline. A certain color of the stones informed them their exact location from the sun.

Make sure Iolite has no inclusions and has the best color on top view angle before buying. It is making good buys now with a large quantity and flawless look. This may complete your fashion by wearing an Iolite rings, earrings and bracelets. You never have to spend more on Tanzanite if you find a best looking Iolite.

Folklore says that iolite provides happiness and joy to people owning it. Feng Shui experts said it helps build a good and lasting relationship. It relieves sore throat, varicosities and some skin problems when it comes to the stone.s relevance in health. It is believed to open the third eye, stimulate visions and connect with your own wisdom.

Learn more about Iolite Jewelry.