Bidspirit auction | Midnight Blue Iolite and Diamond

Midnight Blue Iolite and Diamond Halo Pendant - Iolite and Diamond Pendant.  Also known as the ”guiding stone” this 3.94 carat oval-cut, midnight blue iolite is prong-set in a 14 karat yellow gold pendant that has a halo of .26 carats round, brilliant-cut, H-I color, I1 clarity diamonds.  The pendant is approximately 3/4” diameter and does NOT come with a chain.  This pendant is certified and appraised for $9,380.00 estimated retail replacement. CHECK OUT THE IOLITE RING IN LOT 134!! Auction Code: Q849/80/lss #Cordierite #Cordier #Dichroite #Pleochroism #VikingCompass  Iolite is a gemstone used throughout the ages by shamans and seafarers alike for visions and voyages. Seafaring Scandinavians today known to us as 'Vikings' used iolite as a navigational aid the sailors were able to determine the exact location of the sun. Has been confused for sapphire.