Terra Connoisseur (Gemstones) — Vladyslav Yavorskyy Quick facts: a modern, photography-forward volume celebrating natural, untreated gems; heavy on aesthetics and […]

Quick facts: classic one-volume reference; richly photographed; recommended as an all-purpose handbook for hobbyists, makers and gem students. Editions updated […]

Iolite, also known as Cordierite, is one of the most spiritually powerful yet underrated gemstones in the world. Apart from […]

Iolite is a beautiful blue-violet gemstone admired for its affordability, sparkle, and strong pleochroism. Whether you are buying iolite for […]

Iolite, also known as the Vikings’ Compass Stone, is admired not just for its blue-violet beauty but also for its […]

Iolite is one of the most spiritually powerful and emotionally balancing gemstones in the world. Known as the “Stone of […]

Iolite is one of the most unique gemstones in the world, not only because of its beautiful violet-blue colors but […]

1.1Discovery in Early Civilizations The name Iolite comes from the Greek word “ios,” meaning violet. Although the gemstone became famous […]

GEM CLARITY SCALE Gemstone clarity refers to the degree to which inclusions (tiny imperfections) are present in the gem. They […]

Let’s dive into the world of fine quality iolite – one of the most elusive gemstones out there. High-grade iolite […]