Viking Compass with Iolite

• Iolite was used by the Vikings to nagivate the sea. Astrological symbols of Water surround this piece for travel.
• Set in 925 Sterling Silver, ornamented with 18ct gold and is mounted on a design of ancient symbols and scripts that correspond with and promote the specific benefits of each Gemstone.
• Formed in the heart of the earth these gemstones are almost as old as the earth itself and hold the secrets of our ancestor's past.
• Mounted on a black cord and presented in a purple satin pouch, each Gemstone has it's own unique energy, vibration and aura.
• Approximate Size: 1˝" x 1"

The Vikings used thin slices of iolite as a light polarizer to navigate their trips. By observing the sky through iolites, the Viking navigators were able to locate the exact position of the sun on overcast days. Therefore it is called the ‘Viking Compass.’ For more information about the history and uses of iolite, or to find out more on why iolite is called the Viking Compass, read our blog entry titled, "Iolite a.k.a. the Viking Compass".