Beautiful Iolite, Gold & Pearl Sweater Pin

Pat # 2853761 is a vintage sweater pin grip that was popular in the late 50's & early 60's. The patent  for this sweater pin was filed in 1957 by Evans & Kettle .
Very Rare  Grip is is in excellent to perfect condition. It does not look like it was ever used. The stones are beautiful, Gold is shiny and bright, and the pearls Shimmer.. It is 7 1/2" long. Each Iolite Stone is 3/4" x 1/4" Clips are very strong. Stones have been tested to show Iolite.
I found some interesting information on Iolite Stones, so if your are interested, Please read on. Otherwise Thanx for stopping by. I don't know much about the info below.


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However, it's important to note that these beliefs are based on traditional and cultural associations with the gemstone, and there is no scientific evidence to support these claims.



Iolite is a beautiful gemstone that is often used in jewelry. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, iolite is also believed to have metaphysical properties. It is said to enhance intuition, stimulate the imagination, and aid in self-expression. Some people also use iolite for meditation and spiritual growth. However, it's important to note that these beliefs are based on traditional and cultural associations with the gemstone, and there is no scientific evidence to support these claims.

Iolite's name comes from the Greek ios, meaning violet, and is the gem version of the mineral Cordierite. It is a magnesium iron aluminium cyclosilicate. It is a orthorhombic crystal with blue, purple or grey colour.
  1. Iolite are stones of vision, used to aid you with journeys out of the body. These beautiful blue violet crystals may stimulate the imagination and this may aid their use as shamanic stones and they have good healing properties including aiding weight loss.

2. They vibrate within the third eye chakra and produce an electrical charge when in contact with your aura.

3. This will strengthen the entire auric field and etheric body. They are known to totally open up your thinking, via the imagination and have a number of other strong metaphysical properties.

4. Iolite stones may help you in many areas of your life, but the ability to stimulate the imagination is powerful.

5. The second law of the 7 laws of attraction, is the power of the imagination, so it is a major part of bringing those things you desire into your life.

6. Once you begin to be able to use, and have access to the strengths that the extra power of your imagination brings to your life, you have the ability to live the life of your dreams.

So this is a most reliable crystal.