Material: Natural Iolite
Shape: Round
Size: See available options
Selling Unit: 1 strand
Beads per Strand: See available options
Color Treatment: Natural Color
Finish: Polished
Chemical Composition: Mg2Al4Si5O18
Mohs Hardness: 7 –7.5
Item No: MBGEIOL001
Please note that bead size and quantity per strand may vary slightly due to the natural material and handmade measuring process.
Round Iolite beads are easy to design with because they create a smooth rhythm in bracelets, necklaces, and simple strand work. The sizing is versatile enough for a single-material strand or for mixing with pearls, metal spacers, and other gemstones. The polished finish keeps the beads smooth and easy to combine with other jewelry components.
Iolite gives makers a clear material story without requiring a long explanation, which is helpful for customer-facing handmade jewelry. Natural Color material is useful when the design should keep the stone's original character rather than a perfectly matched, factory-even look.
