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The feldspar mineral Labradorite is named after its location of origin: Paul Island, off of the province Labrador, Canada. Though the ‘Isle of Paul’ is where Labradorite crystals were first discovered, this stone can be found in mining districts all around the globe! When it comes to size, the largest specimens of Labradorite crystal are found in Madagascar. These beastly Labradorite pieces can come as rough rocks, or polished freeforms, even larger than 100kg! Though it can be important to remember: these massive mineral monuments may not have the same quality as smaller, more reasonably sized Labradorite from a typically A Grade mine. The stone Labradorite is typically graded by the quality of its flash, or Labradorescence. The highest grade Labradorite that is available is only sourced from Finland, and is called Spectrolite: this variety of Labradorite is considered to be of gemstone quality! Though we at Rocks With Sass don’t currently offer Spectrolite, if you’re a Lab Lover like us, it’s worth looking into. The three localities previously mentioned are just a few places this mineral can be found. Labradorite can be found additionally in other parts of North America, Europe, Australia and Asia.

All crystals have healing properties that are unique to them, and Labradorite is no exception. Whether you’re an avid practitioner of crystal healing or you’re a mineral collector with some Labradorite on hand: the metaphysical energy of this stone shouldn’t be glossed over! Labradorite is known as a stone of protection, especially beneficial to those of us going through life closely attuned to magical energy. Divination experts, empaths, and spiritual practitioners are a few examples of those who would receive additional benefits from Labradorite’s healing properties. As a stone that is known to be attuned to magical energy, Labradorite is a magnificent dual use stone for those walking the magical path. Scrying with a sphere of Labradorite, which both enhances your magical capabilities and protects your energy during use. Labradorite is able to take effect by creating a kind of barrier between your energy, and any alien energy that would otherwise negatively affect you. Wearing Labradorite provides extra protection from outside energy, and is a great option for those of us interested in keeping our peace. We offer bracelets with Labradorite beads that are perfect to protect your energy during everyday life! If a pocket stone is more your speed, we offer those as well: they’re equally effective at preventing your mental energy from being drained away. If you find yourself the victim of anxious thoughts or you’re in need of mental transformation, try daily meditation with a piece of Labradorite. Additionally, larger pieces of Labradorite can be a great addition to a space you’d like to stay spiritually protected. 

In terms of placement while working with Labradorite, this stone is incredibly multifaceted. Though typically known as a Throat Chakra or Third Eye Chakra stone: Labradorite has the natural capability to work with any of the seven chakras. A part of this ability to be an ‘Every Chakra Stone’ is hidden in the colors of flash Labradorite can present. Most of us are more familiar with the play of light (Labradorescence) from just beneath a Labradorite’s surface as being a teal or sky blue color. However this flash can appear in many different hues: silver, yellow, orange, green or even pink and purple! Pieces of Labradorite that include these shades are able to attune to the different chakras that relate to that color. For example, a palmstone that has both orange and yellow Labradorescence would be suited to benefit those in need of Sacral and Solar Plexus chakra healing. If you are able to find a stone with the full spectrum of color in its flash, this stone should be able to heal all 7 chakras in one! Though there are other stones that can be used in this manner, Labradorite has the added benefit of boosting mental energy. Enhancement of mental energy is an excellent aid in supporting the body’s physical health, and helps to give you the strength to endure the healing process. A helpful tip for beginners, try wearing or using Labradorite as an accompaniment along with quintessential chakra stones while you’re practicing healing your chakras!

Most of us picture Labradorite as a solid grayish or even greenish rock, usually found as tumbled pocket stones in your local crystal shop. It’s hard to imagine these typical quality bits of Labradorite could be considered a gem! The coveted semi-precious gemstone title is only truly applicable to a certain quality of Labradorite, can be described as ‘Triple A Grade’ (which is more of a colloquial term.) An excellent quality Labradorite would be clear to slightly gray in appearance, usually cut small with its only ‘imperfections’ being the layer of microscopic inclusions that cause the stones Labradorescence. When cut into facets or cabochon, a slight gray tint may be the only visible difference between a Labradorite and a more classic gemstone like Moonstone (which is in an alternative birthstone for June.) It can be truly miraculous how much the quality and value of these precious stones can fluctuate piece to piece. Even the regular quality of Labradorite has become a popular commodity in the handmade jewelry industry! Cabochons of Labradorite are frequently found desirable for their metaphysical properties and hidden flashes of bright colors. From the popular dark ‘Hades Blue’ all the way to the popularized ‘Mermaid Purple’ Labradorescence is gorgeous no matter the quality of the Labradorite it resides inside! Lucky for us, nowadays you can find many small artists who make masterful Labradorite jewelry in bracelets, pendants, and much more!

Labradorite is a notable member of the Feldspar classification, and is further delineated into Plagioclase. There are several members of the Feldspar family which, like Labradorite, exhibit ‘optical phenomena’ similar to Labradorescence in desirability! Rainbow Moonstone is actually considered to be simply a white variety of Labradorite, which is why its flash often exhibits similar geometric patterns to Spectrolite. Moonstone exhibits adularescence, a silver or blue flash that can appear just beneath the surface of one of its perfect planes. Sunstone (which is actually a colorful variety of Labradorite) also exhibits a type of flash called ‘aventurescence’, which is the reflection of light from copper inclusions. Sunstone can also have another interesting optical phenomena, which leads it to be called ‘Rainbow Lattice Sunstone.’ This is a spectacular variety of Sunstone which contains visibly geometric patterns of inclusions that reflect the whole spectrum of the rainbow! Each of these beautiful crystals have earned their own trade name by having a unique optical quality to them, despite their similarities. Additionally, though these stones are scientifically similar, each has different metaphysical properties that have been documented in various crystal healing books and articles! Isn't it incredible how the Earth creates many stones of a similar type that each look and feel so drastically different?