A silver-plated cross pendant decorated with small, violet-toned iolite stones, neatly set. It comes on a fine silver-coloured chain about 45 cm long. The whole necklace weighs about 9 g and was made in India.
Blue-violet stones on the cross
Iolite sits between blue and violet, so it sparkles quietly on the cross. The colour shows well on navy and grey clothes without being loud. You can wear it every day and on special occasions.
It is a stone you see less often in jewellery, which makes it a good choice for someone who already owns amethyst or rose quartz pieces. Its blue-violet tone goes well with silver earrings and a grey coat.
Iolite and the Viking sailors
A popular legend says Viking sailors looked through a slice of iolite to find the sun's position on cloudy days. That is why it is sometimes called the Viking's compass. Because of its bluish colour, it was once also known as water sapphire.
Comes with a silver-coloured chain
This pendant is silver-plated, with a thin layer of silver over the metal; it is not solid silver. The silver-coloured chain comes with it, so you can wear it straight away.
In many families a godparent gives a cross for a christening or a confirmation, and it makes a lovely name-day gift too. On most people a 45 cm chain reaches the collarbone. To keep it bright for longer, take it off before bathing and store it dry. If the fine chain tends to tangle, keep it laid out flat in a small box. At 9 g, it is comfortable all day.