Iolite Stone (Kaka Neeli Stone) 12.65 Carat (13.90 Ratti) Oval Mix Cut - Certified Natural

Iolite Stone (Kaka Neeli Stone) 12.65 Carat Oval Mix Cut

This Certified Natural Iolite Stone (Kaka Neeli Stone) 12.65 Carat (13.90 Ratti) Oval Mix Cut is a certified natural Iolite gemstone with 16.0mm x 14.8mm x 7.6mm dimensions, blue colour, India origin, and unheated, untreated status. Its blue pleochroic appearance and oval mixed faceting make it suitable as a loose Neeli Stone for ring setting, pendant setting, jewellery use, collection, meditation, and traditional Shani / Neelam substitute use when advised.

Iolite is the gem variety of cordierite and is known in India as Neeli or Kaka Neeli. Its most important visual feature is pleochroism, meaning the stone can look more blue, violet, grayish, yellowish, or lighter from different viewing angles. This is why the actual photos and video are important when selecting an Iolite Stone online.

Gemstone Details

Iolite value and appearance depend strongly on colour, pleochroism, clarity, cutting, dimensions, and face-up appeal. In Iolite, cut orientation affects how blue, violet-blue, grayish, or lighter tones appear face-up, while natural angle-based colour change remains part of the gemstone's character. To compare more sizes, visit our Iolite Stones (Neeli Stone) collection.

In traditional Indian astrology, Kaka Neeli is often selected as an Upratna or substitute gemstone for Blue Sapphire (Neelam) in Saturn (Shani) practices. These are traditional associations, so astrological use should be considered with guidance from a trusted practitioner. For more buying tips, read our Iolite Kaka Neeli buying guide.

For care, clean Iolite gently with mild soap and lukewarm water, then dry it with a soft cloth. Avoid ultrasonic cleaning, steam cleaning, high heat, sudden temperature changes, sharp impact, rough daily wear, harsh chemicals, and storage beside harder gemstones. For regular ring wear, a protective setting is recommended.

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