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iolite [ˈaɪəˌlaɪt] n (Earth Sciences / Minerals) another name for cordierite [from Greek ion a violet + -lite] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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the Blu Starr Gemstone property, also situated in southern British Columbia, hosts a variety of gemstone discoveries (star-sapphire, gem garnet, iolite, aquamarine, tourmaline, titanite, moonstone and several varieties of quartz crystals). The property hosts numerous occurrences of sapphire (15), iolite or gem-cordierite (11), gemstone quality garnet (2), as well as a flake graphite deposit; other minerals include aquamarine (beryl), tourmaline, titanite, moonstone and several varieties of quartz crystals. The Company is mainly focused on development of colored gemstone projects in the Nelson, British Columbia area, where deposits containing iolite, gem quality red garnet and star sapphire/corundum have been located. |
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