Labradorite is a plagioclase feldspar mineral celebrated for its striking optical iridescence known as labradorescence. First discovered by Moravian missionaries in 1770 on Paul's Island near Labrador, Canada, this captivating stone features a dark base color that bursts into vivid flashes of blue, green, gold, and purple when caught by the light
Beyond its namesake in Canada, significant high-quality deposits are mined in Madagascar, Finland, Russia, and Mexico. Finland hosts a rare, prized variety called Spectrolite
Descriptions
1 stone per order*
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Color: Grey
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Transparency: Translucent
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Cut: Cabochon
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Shape: Oval
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Total carat weight: 3.69 ct
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Stone Size (mm): 11x9mm
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Hardness: 6-6.5
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Treatment:None
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SKU: 00107594*
Lore & Metaphysical Meaning
The Frozen Aurora: According to beautiful Inuit legends, the spectacular Northern Lights were once trapped in the rocks along the Canadian coast. A legendary warrior struck the stones with his spear, freeing most of the lights into the sky, but leaving behind the mystical fire seen inside labradorite today.
💎 Popular Uses & Forms
Because labradorite is highly directional, lapidaries must cut carefully along its specific internal "flash planes" to ensure the color catches light beautifully.
Jewelry: Typically cut en cabochon (smooth and rounded) or set as free-hanging pendants to allow maximum light movement.Home Specimen Decor: Left raw or carved as freeforms and polished slabs to showcase iridescent accents in living spaces.
