Iolite: description, meaning and properties of the stone

Iolite is one of those minerals that win the heart at first sight. Its deep violet tone immediately evokes thoughts of magic and magic, you want to look at this gem. In addition to its external beauty, iolite has a number of unique properties that require detailed consideration.

Iolite is part of the cordierite group, and in all the years of its existence it was of great importance to humans, and in one way or another influenced the fate of its owner. Many myths and legends are associated with this mineral, but it is rather problematic to say for sure which of this is true and which is not.

As you know, the Vikings constantly swam in the sea, looking for new lands and conquering them. The constant fogs and storms of the northern seas were not easy for sailors, and they often strayed along the way and died because they did not know where to sail next.

Ancient manuscripts indicate that the Vikings began to take iolite on their travels. At first it was believed that these stones served as talismans, but then it turned out that the navigators used them as a compass, determining the direction due to the refraction of the sun's rays in the stone.

Iolite was described and classified already in the 19th century, and since then it has received its correct name. Many scientists call the stone and cordierite, which is also true. Interesting fact: on the set of the box-office film "Titanic" cordierite was considered as a stone for the famous "Heart of the Ocean" pendant, but later a different mineral was given preference.Despite the fact that iolite has long been described, and all its qualities are known, the old names of the stone still remain. For example, iolite can be called "false sapphire", "Viking stone" and many other unusual names.

Cordierite is a stone with an average price. In Russia, it is not as popular as in other countries, so jewelry that includes this gem is rare. Which, however, does not deprive them of exquisite and delicate beauty.

There are iolite deposits on almost all of our planet. These stones are located deep in the ground, and they are obtained by pressing different rocks. There are good deposits of the "Viking stone" in Poland. Minerals of light colors are found there, they are almost transparent.

Small deposits of cordierite are also observed in America, but there the gems are quite small, and therefore have no special value, unlike the stones found in India. Similar in beauty, specimens are found in Sri Lanka and Madagascar. But the leader in the search for the most massive and high-quality stones is Norway. In Russia, iolite, unfortunately, is quite small, but it is still there. It is mined in the Urals, Altai, and the Kola Peninsula.

Any mineral that nature provides has unique characteristics. Before moving on to the healing and magical properties of iolite, it is worth considering what this stone is from a physical point of view.

In terms of its physical qualities, cordierite is very similar to jade, but its color is comparable to sapphire. This confusion has led to the fact that iolite has long been considered another mineral, the same jade, for example. The structure of cordierite is complex, crystalline. The density is low - 2.7, but the hardness is much higher - about 7.5.

If we look at the iolite after cutting, it will become clear that the color of the stone changes in the areas. Somewhere it will be a darker color, somewhere there is almost a complete lack of color. That is why cordierite is cut at a certain angle in order to slightly smooth out the above imperfections.

The mineral has a greasy luster, is transparent, most of the iolites are translucent under the rays of the sun. The color is usually blue, but there are many shades, including violet and light purple.

The magical properties of the Viking stone have been known for a long time, and almost anyone who wears can take advantage of them. It is worth considering in more detail the unique qualities of the mineral in this area.

• Perfect for married couples due to the fact that it brings harmony, harmony and tranquility to the family. And also iolite helps to find mutual understanding, to establish relations with each other.
• It will become a real treasure for lovers, as it supports passionate feelings, promotes reconciliation, and protects from betrayal.
• It will help insecure people find a worthy place in the workplace and take control of the situation. It is known that those who wear iolite on a regular basis are able to achieve high positions and radically change their lives.
• It will save you from negative influences by absorbing negative energy. Especially cordierite will be useful for people with a weak aura, to whom all the negative "sticks". For such individuals, the stone will not only help to become spiritually stronger, but also give a lot of strength.
• Will be a source of inspiration for all people who love creativity. The stone will allow them to find themselves, develop their creative abilities, will contribute to the fact that a person will begin to visit creative thoughts, which he will later be able to translate into reality.

The first and most common healing property of cordierite is the ability to level out the psycho-emotional background of its owner.Those people who are constantly exposed to stress, take everything to heart and suffer from various troubles, may well resort to the help of the Viking stone.

To do this, you just need to take the iolite in your hands and carefully examine it for about 10-15 minutes, trying to get the rest of the thoughts out of your head. This time should be enough for the nervousness and confusion to go away.

Iolite will be very useful for women. Any lady dreams of strong nails and lively and flowing hair. Iolite is able to give a girl both, but you need to wear it regularly. In addition, the mineral will help those who have low hemoglobin, dizziness, unstable memory. But again, jewelry with this stone or its pure nugget must be worn daily until the symptoms of diseases go away.

If your cordierite has a silver frame, it is a good idea to recharge the water with it. At night, the decoration is placed in a glass of clean cool water, and in the morning they drink the liquid before breakfast.

Any cordierite has a dominant element in its composition, which determines its color, as well as all kinds of blotches. For example, thanks to hematite, the stone receives red overflows, magnetite contributes to the appearance of small stars inside the mineral, but zircon is the cause of yellow stains. It is because of such different elements that people came up with the following types of cordierite.

• "Cat's Eye". It is a blue stone with a white vertical stripe.
• "Bloody Iolite". A stone of deep red, almost burgundy color, this variety was obtained thanks to the cerazite found in the mineral.
• "Water Sapphire". A delicate, translucent pebble of blue and light purple tones, may also have no color at all.
• "Lynx Sapphire". Unlike its previous "brother", this stone, on the contrary, has a dark blue, deep color.
• "Inky". This is a rare type of mineral; it gets this name in the case of a weak cut, when its color is almost close to black.

Today iolite is gaining popularity, due to which cases of its forgery are beginning to occur. While most people who buy nuggets or gemstone jewelry are not experienced jewelers, there is nothing to be afraid of when choosing iolite.

• Come for cordierite in cloudy weather. After all, if you remember the legend of the Vikings, the stone will flash from the side where the sun is. Rest assured, this is true and the easiest way to correctly identify a stone.
• Unlike many stones, which play with the same brilliance from different sides, iolite has many shades. Look at the mineral from a different angle, and if you see that the color has changed, then the product can be taken.
• Of course, there is also a radical way to test a stone. Its hardness is not too great, so it will not split from impact, but chips and fractures may appear.

Iolite is a stone that astrologers have studied quite well. Let's dwell on a few recommendations given by experts.

• Cordierite is good because it will suit absolutely all signs of the zodiac. However, he will provide special help to Sagittarius and Libra. Sagittarius will become less hot-tempered and more accommodating, but Libra will be able to overcome shyness inherent in nature. And also the color of the stone should be taken into account - bluish and light minerals are suitable for water signs: Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. Dark stones or gems with different inclusions can be chosen by other representatives of the horoscope.
• Iolite is recommended to buy for creative people: philosophers, teachers, writers, artists.For them, it will become an inexhaustible source of creativity, because many people call the mineral and in another way - “the stone of the muses”.
• If we continue the topic of professions, then we can definitely note that iolite will be a must purchase for people whose jobs are risky. For example, it can be firefighters, police officers, pilots, high-altitude workers. Surgeons also belong to this category, whose profession, of course, does not pose a danger to the life of the doctor himself, but it requires constant concentration and attention. Iolite will allow such people to avoid the dangers associated with their work.
• Those who are looking for the truth: scientists, researchers, religious people will be able to find a second wind and find the right thought. For them, iolite will be a worthy talisman that will help get rid of unnecessary confusion in thoughts.

Girls and women can wear cordierite as part of brooches, rings, pendants, beads, pendants, earrings. The best option is a massive pendant located in the neckline. Due to the fact that the stone heats up quickly, the wearer often feels a special energetic connection with it. As for the materials for clothing, exquisite fabrics are suitable: satin, silk, chiffon. Men can also take advantage of the natural help of iolite and purchase seals, cufflinks or pins with this stone.

The Viking stone is not too capricious to care for; you can carry it with you not only as a decoration, but also simply in your bag or pocket. But keep in mind that the energy of the stone, suppressed by various objects, may simply weaken, and therefore experts still suggest purchasing a separate box for it.

If the stone is dirty, you can treat it with soapy water and then rinse it with plain water. And although it is believed that this should be done infrequently, esotericists have their own opinion on this matter. Many of them believe that if the stone is worn every day, it is imperative to wash off the energy accumulated during this time. Every night, the iolite will need to be dipped in water at room temperature, allowed to lie down for a couple of minutes, and then rinsed. In this case, no other means should be used.

For the properties of the stone, see below.