Labradorite tower — natural, Madagascar

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A polished labradorite tower from Madagascar, cut to bring out the blue-green flash that moves across its surface as it turns. This flash, called labradorescence, comes from light reflecting between the mineral's internal layers; labradorite is the feldspar this optical effect is named after. Mineral: Labradorite (feldspar)Crystal system: TriclinicOrigin: MadagascarHardness: 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale; reasonably durable but can chip, so handle with some careTreatment: NoneDimensions: 2.5 × 2 × 9.8 cmWeight: 125 g You'll receive the exact piece photographed. Show more