Polished Rare Iolite Spheres x 3 From Ambatofinandrahana, Madagascar Banded Size = 172 - 145

Size = 172 - 145 mm |

Lovely specimens with vermiculite

The removal of the matrix makes this material very light weight by halving the weight per kg of the matrix based specimens

A percentage of crystalline material also have Dog Tooth Calcite crystals in association

The weight-to-size ratio of these specimens can vary greatly

Polished Rare Iolite Spheres x 3 From Ambatofinandrahana, Madagascar Banded Size = 172 - 145PRODUCT INFORMATION General Description Cordierite, also known as Iolite or Water Sapphire from Madagascar, presents itself in a non gemmy variety, found in substantial quantities. This material is exceptionally rare, with only a few kilograms becoming available on an irregular basis. It typically exhibits a fairly dark blue colour, which can appear almost black in the absence of adequate lighting. This unique and collectible gem offers a fascinating