Labradorite

Intuition • Transformation • Protection

Stone Profile

Colors: gray, blue-gray, green, blue, gold, multicolored

Associated Astrological Signs: Scorpio • Sagittarius • Pisces

Associated Chakras: third eye • crown chakra

Element: Water

Season: autumn

A Natural Gemstone with Changing Reflections

Labradorite is a natural gemstone known for flashes of blue, green, gold and sometimes violet that appear as the viewing angle changes.

A Stone with Canadian Origins

Labradorite takes its name from Labrador, Canada, where it was identified by European mineralogists in the 18th century. Its characteristic optical phenomenon, called labradorescence, produces shifting colors across the surface of the stone.

Labradorite in Jewelry

Its changing reflections make labradorite especially distinctive in natural gemstone jewelry. Variations from one stone to another mean that each bracelet, necklace or pair of earrings can have its own pattern of color and light.

Traditional Symbolism

In gemstone and lithotherapy traditions, labradorite is commonly associated with intuition, protection, resilience and transformation. It is also used symbolically to represent discernment, confidence and openness during periods of change.

These associations are traditional symbolism rather than scientifically demonstrated effects.

Symbolic Associations

Labradorite is traditionally chosen to represent:

• intuition;
• protection;
• transformation;
• resilience;
• adaptation to change.

A Canadian Gemstone with Fascinating Reflections

Its Canadian history, distinctive labradorescence and traditional symbolism give labradorite a special place among natural gemstones used in jewelry.

The properties associated with gemstones are based on traditions and beliefs in lithotherapy. They do not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.