What is Labradorite
Labradorite belongs to the most abundant mineral in the Earth’s crust - Feldspar. It is characterised by its distinctive property of labradorescence. Labradorite is also known as Spectrolite or Rainbow Moonstone (when it is in the white matrix). Typically, Labradorite comes in a spectrum of colours ranging from blue-green, grey-white and yellow. It is naturally riddled with flecks of gold and has a schiller effect when exposed to light.
Labradorite Origins
Labradorite is named after Labrador, which is a Canadian province in the Isle of Paul, where it was discovered. Most ancient references to Labradorite reveal its importance amongst the native people of Northern America. The Inuit tribe named Labradorite as the ‘firestone’. They strongly believed that it was a cosmic connection between the Earth and other planets. Labradorite was introduced to the European market by Moravian missionaries of the late eighteenth century. Since its discovery, labradorite has been a highly sought-after stone for its mystical properties. It is mainly used in jewellery. Other applications of labradorite include its use in the production of glass, road construction and ceramic manufacturing.
Major deposits of Labradorite are found scattered in several countries including but not limited to, the USA, Russia, Finland, Mexico, Italy and Madagascar.
Labradorite Meaning
Labradorite draws out the best in individuals, making life happy and abundant. It empowers graciousness, generosity and harmony. Labradorite is significant in facilitating expression of our ideas, beliefs and inner truths. It significantly helps us on our goal of self-improvement.
Labradorite has also been associated with spirituality, psychic intuitive abilities, higher realms of consciousness and the journey of soul. This gemstone is a portal to connect with the divine power and uncover knowledge of your subconscious. Labradorite allows for an easy and unobstructed flow of energy between the body and the spirit, exposing our intuitive personalities.
Labradorite Symbolism
Labradorite is an amulet of protection. It is an important barrier filter crystal (known to have incredible abilities to improve focus and magnify efforts towards self-improvement).Its crystalline structure allows it to provide unbeatable barriers to attacks from all directions simultaneously. Labradorite can be used for meditation to raise higher consciousness and procure esoteric wisdom.
Labradorite facilitates strong and pure bonds of love and respect. Its positive energy resonates with an accepting heart and mind. This prevents insecurity and doubts in relationships. Its protective energy prevents the heart from being overwhelmed by emotions and thus motivates clear thinking.
Labradorite symbolises confidence, tolerance and acceptance. Labradorite accommodates differences and fosters integration. It improves our regards and empathy and teaches us to be altruistic in our approaches. This crystal teaches us humanity, discretion, and honor, and encourages us to act more charitably and focus our efforts on service to others.
Labradorite Properties
Labradorite is considered to be a powerful spiritual stone. It is a mighty protector against the negative energies emanated from the world and from within the person. Like it’s colours that transform magically under a ray of light, labradorite is a stone of transformation that transforms a person into a dazzling version of themselves.
Labradorite is the matriarch of the subconscious mind. It shines the limelight on the forgotten abandoned memories. It calls for contemplation and introspection to dispel delusions and work through them methodologically to achieve peace. This uplifting crystal advocates intellectual thought and intuitive wisdom to work through issues.
Labradorite influences us to remain grounded and true to ourselves. It gets us intune with our higher self and helps us to reflect deeper, both internally and externally. It helps us attain a mindset that is trained to let go of old ideas and habits and take on exciting new challenges that promote self-growth. It enhances one’s faith in oneself and the universe. It gives us the courage and inner clarity to embrace the endless possibilities of the moment and fulfill our purpose. It brings serendipity and synchronicity in the life of its wearer. Labradorite is also associated with psychic powers that aid strong and fluent communication.
Labradorite Healing Powers
Labradorite is a healing stone that taps into its wearers creativity and helps them connect with their higher consciousness. It promotes artistic ambitions and enhances our mental clarity. Labradorite’s myriad of colourful palettes ranging from blues, greens, fiery yellows and smoky tones represent the five elements - the earth, the ocean, the sky, fire and ether. Labradorite imparts live-sustaining energies to our souls. It nurtures our body, mind and all the hard to reach crevasse to keep us in a finely tuned state of balance.
One of the stones strongest qualities of this crystal is helping to restore energy after a draining episode. Labradorite clears out all the build up caused by the routines of everyday life and revitalizes the spirits with an iridescent burst of energy. Labradorite calms an overactive mind and stimulates imagination. It is a wonderful tool that helps eliminate the emotional drain and melancholy of daily routine or being weighed down by responsibility and awakens a sense of adventure and change. The aura radiating from Labradorite calms you by making your breathing deep and slow and heartbeat rhythmic which lifts your mood and repairs fractured confidence. By working on areas of restricted energy flow, Labradorite cures physical ailments that are developed as repercussions to inbuild imbalance.
Labradorite as a Birthstone
Labradorite is not a conventional birthstone. However, the zodiac sign of Cancer is especially drawn to labradorite. Its many properties make Labradorite a suitable birthstone for people who were born between February 19 and March 19. This time symbolises new life and rejuvenated energies which are intensified with the complementing energies of the labradorite crystal. Labradorite attracts good luck, success and prosperity to open doors for new beginnings.
Labradorite Jewellery
Labradorite has been a favourite amongst jewellery designers and manufacturers for centuries. Its mesmerizing beauty, sublimely eye-catching colours and iridescent flashes in light is breathtakingly elegant. Labradorite is a very versatile stone. Not only is it strikingly appealing in its raw uncut form but it also imparts grace when worked into intricately designed jewellery frames.
Wearing Labradorite jewellery is the best way to unveil the potentness of this healing crystal. Direct skin contact aligns the vibrations of your body with those of the crystals. This attuned frequency brings balance, harmony and creative integrity across all avenues.
The gleaming golds, enchanting purples, glittering greens and beautiful blues make labradorite an ideal choice to pair with a vivacious or subtle wardrobe. Combining labradorite with precious metals like gold and silver can accentuate its powers. Gold is well-known for the balancing of the mind, body and soul; while silver is known for promoting healing of the skin.
The durability of Labradorite gemstone is 6.5 Mohs Hardness Scale. This makes it suitable for everyday jewellery. Wearing Labradorite jewellery daily can protect you from negative energies and evil eyes. You can benefit from its power throughout the day - while looking effortlessly chic.
How to clean Labradorite
In order to benefit from the highest levels of energies emitted from your Labradorite gemstone, it is important to keep it cleansed. It is good practise to regularly recharge your gemstone to dispel negative energy build up. The most efficient and safest way to clean your labradorite jewellery is by simply using water and washing up liquid to remove dirt accumulation. Then gently rinse it under water and wipe dry with a soft lint free cloth. To recharge your gemstone, leave it under a beam of moonlight for 24 hours. Check out our jewellery cleaning guide for more detailed information on how to keep your jewellery glinting for years.
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