{"title":"Iolite Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop natural iolite gemstones and crystals for jewelry making and collecting. Our iolite collection features faceted iolite, iolite cabochons, and raw iolite crystals sourced from India, Sri Lanka, Brazil, and Madagascar. Iolite is the gem variety of the mineral cordierite, prized for its striking violet-blue color and exceptional pleochroism — shifting dramatically between deep violet-blue, pale blue, and yellowish-grey depending on the viewing angle. Historically called the \"Viking compass stone\" because Norse navigators used thin iolite slices to locate the sun on overcast days. With a Mohs hardness of 7–7.5, iolite is durable and well suited for ring stones, pendants, and earrings. An outstanding and undervalued alternative to tanzanite and sapphire. Ethically sourced with full origin disclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2003\/5899\/collections\/image_61a6122d-5677-4abf-a43d-a43917e982fb.png?v=1791259475","url":"https:\/\/morgonsminerals.com\/collections\/iolite-collection.oembed","provider":"Morgons Minerals And Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}