mineral
Labradorite
Plagioclase Feldspar (Na,Ca)(Al,Si)4O8
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-6.5 on the Mohs scale, gray-green base color with iridescent labradorescence, vitreous luster, and triclinic crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-6.5 on the Mohs scale, gray-green base color with iridescent labradorescence, vitreous luster, and triclinic crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Forms in mafic igneous rocks like basalt and gabbro through slow cooling of magma, often found in plutonic and metamorphic environments.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental jewelry, decorative items, and as a metaphysical healing stone.
Geological facts
Named after Labrador in Canada where it was first discovered, this mineral displays a unique optical phenomenon called labradorescence.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its characteristic colorful flashes of light when rotated in the light; mined prominently in Canada, Madagascar, and Finland.
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