Labradorite

Labradorite is an intermediate to calcic member of the plagioclase series. It has an anorthite percentage (%An) of between 50 and 70. The specific gravity ranges from 2.68 to 2.72. The streak is white, like most silicates. The refractive index ranges from 1.559 to 1.573 and twinning is common. As with all plagioclase members, the crystal system is triclinic, and three directions of cleavage are present, two of which are nearly at right angles and are more obvious, being of good to perfect quality (while the third direction is poor). It occurs as clear, white to gray, blocky to lath shaped grains in common mafic igneous rocks such as basalt and gabbro, as well as in anorthosites.

Labradorite Stone: Benefits, Price & Who Should Wear (2025 Guide)

The Labradorite is a mystical gemstone of transformation, celebrated for its extraordinary labradorescence—a captivating play of spectral colors (blues, greens, golds, and violets) that flash and shift like the Northern Lights trapped in stone. This optical phenomenon, caused by light refracting through internal lamellar structures, makes each Labradorite a unique and mesmerizing treasure. Known as the “Stone of Magic,” it is revered by healers and seekers for its protective and intuitive properties. At Pearl Gems, we offer premium Labradorite stones and jewelry, each selected for the intensity and beauty of its flash, connecting you to the wonder of the aurora.

What is Labradorite Stone?

Labradorite is a feldspar mineral, a member of the plagioclase series. Its signature labradorescence is not a surface effect but originates from microscopic layers within the stone that scatter light. This “Schiller effect” can display a full spectrum of colors, with electric blue, vibrant green, and golden yellow being the most common and desirable. The stone’s base color is typically a dark grey to black, which provides the perfect canvas for the color play. Authentic Labradorite is often cut as cabochons or freeforms to maximize the visible flash. At Pearl Gems, we source our finest specimens from classic locations like Labrador, Canada (its namesake), Madagascar, and Finland, ensuring a potent and beautiful stone.

Spiritual & Astrological Benefits of Labradorite

A powerful stone for spiritual awakening and psychic protection, Labradorite acts as a shield and a key to inner realms.

Powerful Auric Shield & Protector: Its most renowned property is creating a protective grid around the aura, deflecting negative energies, unwanted influences, and psychic attacks. It is considered essential for empaths and energy workers.
Awakens Intuition & Psychic Gifts: Known as the stone of seers, it stimulates the third eye chakra, enhancing intuition, clairvoyance, and access to inner guidance. It helps in interpreting dreams and understanding synchronicities.
Stone of Transformation & Inner Magic: Supports embracing change, dispels fear, and helps in discovering one’s true destiny and inner power. It encourages perseverance through difficult transitions.
Mental Clarity & Calm: Dispels brain fog, mental fatigue, and anxiety. It organizes thoughts, enhances intellectual discernment, and brings a sense of calm and emotional balance during stressful times.

Who Can Wear Labradorite Stone?

Labradorite is a highly versatile and universally beneficial stone, particularly for those on a spiritual or intuitive path. The question “who can wear labradorite stone” has a wonderfully broad answer.

Astrological Suitability: It is strongly associated with the zodiac signs of Scorpio, Sagittarius, and Leo. It resonates with the energies of Uranus (innovation) and the Moon (intuition). In modern crystal astrology, it is considered beneficial for all signs, especially during times of change or when seeking to develop psychic senses.
For Energy-Sensitive & Intuitive Professions: Highly recommended for therapists, healers, psychics, artists, and anyone working in high-stress or negative environments as a daily protective talisman.
Universal Wearability: Almost anyone can benefit from Labradorite’s protective and intuitive-enhancing qualities. It is considered a very safe stone with no negative side effects. It is an excellent choice for students for mental clarity and for travelers as a protective companion.

Labradorite Stone Price & Value

The value of Labradorite in Pakistan (PKR) is determined almost entirely by the quality and display of its labradorescence, not by carat weight alone.

The Flash (The #1 Factor): Value depends on:
- Intensity: A bright, vivid flash visible from multiple angles commands the highest price.
- Color Range: Multi-colored flashes (showing blue, green, gold, and purple) are more valuable than single-color displays. Deep electric blues and vibrant greens are most prized.
- Percentage of Coverage: Stones where the flash covers a large portion of the surface (high “flash face-up”) are more valuable than those with only a small eye of color.
Base Clarity & Cut: The base should be relatively clean and free of large fractures. The stone must be expertly cut and domed to perfectly orient and showcase the flash.
Size: Larger stones with an excellent, full-face flash are rare and valuable.

At Pearl Gems, our pricing transparently reflects these visual grades, from stones with a subtle, mystical glow to premium specimens with a full, dazzling display of color that seems to move within the stone.

How to Identify Real Labradorite

Labradorite is most commonly imitated with lower-quality stones or synthetic materials that have a painted-on iridescence.

The “Moving Flash” Test: Tilt and rotate the stone under a good light source. In real Labradorite, the colors will appear, disappear, and shift across the surface as the angle changes. A static, painted iridescence that doesn’t move is a sure sign of a fake.
Depth of Color: The flash in real Labradorite appears to come from within the stone, having a certain depth and three-dimensional quality. Surface coatings look flat and superficial.
Base Color & Texture: Genuine Labradorite has a characteristic grey-black to charcoal base color, often with a slightly rough or granular texture in unpolished areas. It is cool and substantial to the touch.
The Edge Check: Examine where the flash meets the edge of the stone. In a fake, the color might abruptly stop or peel at the edge.

We guarantee the natural authenticity and unenhanced beauty of every Labradorite in our collection. Each piece is chosen for the magical dance of light within it.

Explore Our Mystical Labradorite Collection

Each Labradorite is a portal to the magical and the mystical. Whether you seek a shield for your aura, a key to unlock your intuition, or simply a piece of jewelry that captures the elusive beauty of the aurora borealis, our Labradorite stones offer protection, insight, and undeniable wonder. Discover your personal talisman of transformation.