{"product_id":"dakota-stones-iolite-6-10mm-chips-gemstones-15-16-strand-iol6-10chp","title":"Dakota Stones Iolite 6-10mm Chips Gemstones 15-16\" Strand IOL6-10CHP","description":"DESCRIPTION\u003cbr\u003eIolite most commonly occurs in shades of blue-gray, violet or indigo. It displays a visual property called “pleochroism,” which means that it can appear to be different colors as it shifts in the light. According to Norse legend, Viking explorers used thin pieces of Iolite as the world’s first polarizing lens to help them determine the exact location of the sun for navigation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrand Length: 15-16-inch.\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Tanzania\u003cbr\u003eAlso Known As: Viking’s Compass, Water Sapphire, Dichroite\u003cbr\u003eMetaphysical Attributes:Calming, Balance\u003cbr\u003eChakra: 3rd Eye, Crown\u003cbr\u003eApprox. Hole Diameter: 0.8 - 1.1mm\u003cbr\u003eMohs Hardness: 7-7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout Dakota Stones:  For nearly two decades, Dakota Stones has been an industry leader in providing top quality semi-precious gemstone beads in unique cuts for creative jewelry designers and artists. They offer the widest selection of cuts and sizes anywhere in the industry. Working very hard to ensure that every bead on a Dakota Stones strand is usable in a design. That means that every bead should be cut and drilled correctly, the finish is right and the bead looks distinct to its stone type. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease be aware... GEMSTONES ARE A NATURAL MATERIAL.  EACH STRAND IS UNIQUE AND ONE OF A KIND.  THEREFORE, THERE WILL BE VARIATIONS FROM THOSE PICTURED.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eALL sizes are approximate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: We make every attempt to represent an item's true color, but colors may vary on different monitors and devices or in different lighting situations.","brand":"Dakota Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48692853244156,"sku":"gem-IOL6-10CHP","price":14.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/1027\/3532\/files\/il_fullxfull.1606910855_2oy6.jpg?v=1768939341","url":"https:\/\/www.berkshirebead.com\/products\/dakota-stones-iolite-6-10mm-chips-gemstones-15-16-strand-iol6-10chp","provider":"Berkshire Bead","version":"1.0","type":"link"}