Iolite Matched Pair Cushion Cut Saturated Violet to Blue 4CT each 8CT total

Selling a matched pair of Saturated Violet to Blue Iolite Gemstones. Each stone is 4 carats +/- .10 at wholesale value The most valuable iolite is a saturated violet to blue color. Other factors that make iolite more valuable include: Pleochroism Iolite is known for its pleochroism, which means it displays different colors when viewed from different angles. For example, a cube cut from iolite can appear violet blue from one side, clear from another, and honey yellow from the top. Clarity Iolite is typically transparent with few inclusions. Inclusions can make iolite less valuable, unless they cause phenomena like aventurescence or chatoyancy. Carat weight The wholesale value of fine blue violet iolite stones is $60 to $80 per carat for stones in the 1 to 5 carat range, and $100 to $150 per carat for stones 5 to 10 carats. Stones larger than 8 carats are rarely eye clean. Iolite is a magnesium iron aluminum cyclosilicate mineral that's typically found in metamorphic rocks like gneiss and schist. It's relatively hard, with a hardness rating of 7–7.5 on the Mohs scale, and is durable enough for everyday wear. Iolite is also relatively affordable compared to other gemstones like sapphire and tanzanite