Labradorites cut into a so-called cabochon with a hand-carved motif (bottom side straight, top carved motif). Suitable, for example, for setting in jewelry.

Polished cabochon is ideal for jewelry making, collector's purposes and as an aesthetic natural stone with a strong visual effect.

Mineralogical composition
Group: feldspars (plagioclase)
Chemical formula: (Ca,Na)(Al,Si)₄O₈
Crystal system: triclinic
Hardness: 6 – 6.5 (Mohs scale)
Basic color: gray to dark gray
Optical effect: labradorescence (color flashes)
Luster: glassy
Transparency: opaque
What is a cabochon

A cabochon is a method of processing a stone into a smooth, polished shape without facets, which emphasizes the natural pattern and optical properties of the mineral. In the case of labradorite, high-quality polishing allows its typical color effect to stand out to the fullest.

Location

Labradorite is mined in several locations around the world, with the most important sources including:

Madagascar – distinctive high-quality color reflections

Finland (spectrolite) – very intense color spectrum

Canada – historical mineral deposit

Russia, Ukraine – decorative material

How labradorite is formed

Labradorite is formed when magma cools deep below the Earth’s surface. During crystallization, microscopic lamellae are formed in its structure, which cause light interference and create a characteristic rainbow effect.

This optical phenomenon is natural and cannot be created artificially – that is why each stone is unique.

The uniqueness of labradorite

Labradorite is one of the most popular minerals due to:

its unique optical effect,

a wide range of colors,

its attractiveness for jewelers and collectors,

its good hardness suitable for everyday wear,

its timeless natural appearance.

High-quality cabochons with a distinctive labradorescence are highly valued.

Character and effects

Labradorite is traditionally associated with:

protection and stability,
support of intuition and concentration,
inner balance,
mental resilience.

It is popular as a personal stone for everyday wear.

✔ 100% natural labradorite
✔ Precisely polished cabochon
✔ Distinctive color reflections (labradorescence)
✔ Suitable for jewelry and collector's purposes
✔ Each piece is original
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