Natural Labradorites Overview
A member of the plagioclase feldspar series, labradorite rarely forms crystal.
When crystal do occur, they are tabular, and often twinned. Other habits are massive, granular, or compact.
It is translucent mineral, with a vitreous lustre.
Physical Properties
| Color |
Blue, gray, white, colourless |
| Refractive Index |
1.559-1.570 |
| Pleochroism |
Strong |
| Chemistry |
Sodium, Calcium, Aluminium |
| Hardness |
6.0-6.5 |
| Density |
2.65-2.75 |
| Crystal Group |
Triclinic |
| Ocurrence |
Canada, Australia, Madagascar, Mexico, Russia, USA |
Legend and Lore
Labradorite encourages patience and perseverance and an understanding of inner knowing. Also protects and balances the aura.
Browse Labradorites
The pictures above only represents the general appearance of the Labradorite. Please note that the real Labradorites in our stock will be of varied shapes, color and sizes.
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