This softly draping necklace features iolite beads hand knotted on silk. The gems are a lovely indigo blue with hints of violet and contrast beautifully against the hand-forged 14K yellow gold clasp and accents. 

The necklace measures 18 inches long. 

Iolite is also called the Water Sapphire and the Viking Compass. According to legend, these Nordic mariners used iolite as a type of polarizing filter, allowing them to determine the exact position of the sun and navigate to safety.

Those who believe in the metaphysical quality of natural gemstones see iolite as a gem that can help stimulate the wearer’s creativity and intuition.