Iolite Gemstone Necklace
Basic Details:
Beautifully Hand Knotted
Lilac Silk Thread
6 - 6.5 MM Smooth Rondelle Iolite Gemstones
18K Gold Filled Findings: Clasp, Two Beads
15 - 22 inch Length (including clasp)
100% Natural Iolite Gemstones
Excellent AA Quality
MADE IN USA
Gold Filled Care Tips:
Do not swim or bathe with gold filled jewelry. Stay away from lotions & sprays. Clean with gentle soap & warm water. Do not use jewelry cleaner or cloths. Keep gold filled jewelry as dry as possible and away from pesky humidity. Make sure to store them individually in an air-tight plastic bag as rubbing it against other jewelry can cause them to lose there sheen.
Silk Thread Care Tips:
Silk thread may stretch over time. To maintain the life of the knotted silk thread jewelry, avoid all sources of liquid to knotted jewelry: shower, bath, swimming, perfumes and lotions etc. Avoid hanging knotted jewelry, it will stretch, store them flat. Gemstone beads should be restrung every 24 months depending on the frequency of wear.
Healing Properties of Iolite
It's not surprising, with iolite's ability to help sailors navigate, that the gem became known as the gemstone of clear vision. Iolite was believed to be able to help lost sailors find their way home and was worn by seafaring men.
Iolite metaphysical beliefs suggest the gemstone can guide the lost home as well as the ability to open spiritual pathways that connect the living with the dead.
Iolite has been used by shamans to enhance their ability to have clear visions. Some legends even say iolite strengthens eyesight. Other metaphysical beliefs hold that iolite promotes pure thoughts, intuition and self-acceptance. Iolite is associated with the zodiac signs Libra, Sagittarius and Taurus.