Labradorite
What is labradorite? Labradorite – a natural stone
The name “labradorite” comes from its place of origin – the Labrador Peninsula in Canada. It was first named there in the mid-18th century, and abundant deposits of it are still found there today. Labradorite is an ornamental stone that can also be found in the USA, Australia, Mexico, Finland, and Madagascar. This stone looks best when polished, and both cabochon and faceted cuts are used on it. In our online store, you will find both cabochons and faceted stones of this mineral.
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Labradorite – properties
Labradorite is a silicate stone from the plagioclase group of feldspar minerals. It consists of albite and anorthite, making it a combination of two minerals that give it its unique color. Labradorite stones contain inclusions, most commonly rutile, magnetite, hematite, zircon, or ilmenite. When these inclusions are well arranged, we can observe unique light effects and coloring on the stone.
Labradorite – color, light effects
Labradorite stones mainly occur in shades of gray with metallic hints of blue, green, or yellow. Like moonstones, labradorites exhibit a beautiful iridescence effect. This effect occurs when, depending on the angle of incidence of light, multi-colored flashes appear in rainbow colors. This phenomenon in labradorites is called labradorescence. This phenomenon occurs because of the interference of incident light on labradorite, which is reflected in beautiful effects on the surface of the stones.
Labradorite – price, where to buy?
You can buy labradorite cabochons in our online store at reasonable prices. We offer calibrated labradorites and their specimens. In the case of calibrated labradorites, you receive a random stone from a given batch, which may differ slightly from what is presented in the photo because they are natural stones, and as such each has its unique pattern. In our store, you will find calibrated labradorite cabochons in shapes such as pear, round, oval, and marquise.