Iolite 6mm Energy Prism - 15-16 Inch White Howlite The holes in these beads

The holes in these beads are straight

Jade refers to an ornamental mineral

Amazonite is a member of the feldspar family

Garnet has been used for adornment and spirituality by myriad cultures and civilizations throughout history

Labradorite is usually gray-green

Iolite 6mm Energy Prism - 15-16 Inch White Howlite The holes in these beadsIolite most commonly occurs in shades of blue to 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 worlds first polarizing lens to help them determine the exact location of the sun for navigation.