Blue Kyanite 5x8m Chip - 15-16 Inch hps_01082026 The fibrous asbestos inclusions in

The fibrous asbestos inclusions in the stone give it the flash that inspired its name

This Lapis has been treated to enhance the blue color

creamy white to pale gray or beige

Cacoxenite is the trade name for this naturally occurring blend of seven stone types

Blue Kyanite 5x8m Chip - 15-16 Inch hps_01082026 The fibrous asbestos inclusions inKyanite often occurs as long, bladed, striated crystals, transparent or translucent with a pearly luster. An aluminum silicate mineral, it may appear in white, pink, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray and black. In addition to its value as a gemstone, Kyanite is also extremely useful in industrial applications due to its high heat resistance. It is often used in kiln furniture and foundry molds, as well as for brake shoes, grinding wheels and cutting