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Labradorite
Polished Labradorite Gemstones
| Pictured above is tumbled Labradorite. These tumble-polished stones range in diameter from about 3/4 to 1 inch (19 to 25 mm). The stones that you receive will be similar in size, shape and color to the stones shown above. These Labradorite gemstones are perfect for a variety of crafts, decorating and jewelry projects - or simply to admire!
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Warning
Polished stones can be a choking hazard for small children. |
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Tumbled Labradorite
Size Range: Approximately 3/4" to 1" (19-25 mm)
From Madagascar
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Treasure Bags! Velour pouches for storing
stones or giving them as gifts. | |
Labradorite is a variety of plagioclase feldspar that is widely known for its play of colors. When the mineral is moved under incident light it produces flashes of iridescent blue, green, yellow or orange. This optical effect is known as "labradoresence" and is caused when planes within the mineral reflect specific colors of light.
Labradoresence can be seen in some of the stones in the image above. If these stones were in front of you and you moved the light source other stones would have the proper angle of incidence to display the iridescent flash. That could also occur by moving your head or moving the stones.
Most of these stones display labradoresence if viewed with the proper angle between stone, light source and observer.
For sale are beautifully polished Labradorite gemstones. These tumbled stones are sold in 4 ounce
(113 gram), 8 ounce (226 gram) and one pound (453 gram) bags. Your stones will be similar in size, shape and color to
the stones pictured above. They are perfect for a variety of jewelry and craft projects - or simply to admire.
Other Uses of Labradorite
Labradorite is commonly used in jewelry with beads, earrings and pendants being especially popular. Slabs of polished labradorite are also used as an architectural stone to cover interior and exterior surfaces. When a person walks past a surface covered with labradorite they see it produce repeated flashes as their eye perceives light reflecting from different parts of the surface.
Labradorite Properties |
| Color |
transparent through gray but yields a play of colors that produces iridescent flashes of blue, green, yellow, red or orange light |
| Hardness |
6 |
| Optical Properties |
translucent to transparent |
| Luster |
vitreous |
| Cleavage |
perfect in two directions |
| Specific Gravity |
2.6 to 2.8 |
| Crystal Properties |
triclinic |
| Mineral / Rock Type |
a mineral found in igneous rocks |
| Healing Properties |
None scientifically proven. |
| Other Properties |
a play of color known as "labradorescence" |
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Keychain Kit: $5.95 Per Kit
Available in gold or silver color finish. Each kit comes with six keychains and an assortment of bell-caps to accommodate stones of different sizes. We recommend "medium" (3/4 inch to 1 inch) or "large" (7/8 inch to 1 1/4 inch) " size stones. |
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Necklace Kit: $5.95 Per Kit
Available in gold or silver color finish. Each kit comes with three necklace chains (16 inch), three bails (to hold the bell-caps) and an assortment of bell-caps to accommodate stones of different sizes. We recommend "medium" size stones (3/4 inch to 1 inch). |
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Tie Tac Kit: $5.95 Per Kit
Available in gold or silver color finish. Each kit contains three tie tac sets. We recommend "small" (1/2 inch to 3/4 inch)or "medium" (3/4 inch to 1 inch) size stones. |
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Glue: Epoxy 330:
A water-clear glue made for bonding gem materials to metal findings and for bonding glass, china ceramics and other non-porous materials. Mix Part A with Part B, apply, hardens in two hours. |
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The words "gold" and "silver" as used above are colors and do not imply precious metal content. |
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