Labradorite Beads

Labradorite beads are cut from labradorite, a feldspar famous for its flashing blue-green iridescence (labradorescence), linked to magic and transformation.

MaterialFeldspar

OriginMadagascar, Canada, Finland

TechniqueCut & polished stone

Typical size4–10 mm common

EraNatural / contemporary

ColorsGrey with blue/green/gold flash

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What are Labradorite Beads?

Labradorite beads are cut from labradorite, a feldspar (Mohs hardness about 6–6.5) prized for labradorescence — a striking play of blue, green, and gold flash that appears as light hits its internal layers. The base color is a smoky grey, with the iridescent flash emerging at certain angles.

Types of Labradorite Beads

Classic labradorite — grey body with blue-to-gold flash.
Spectrolite — a rare Finnish variety showing the full spectrum of flash.
Rainbow moonstone — a white labradorite often sold as moonstone.
Flash color ranges from blue (most common) to green, gold, and rare purple-pink.

Labradorite Beads meaning & symbolism

Labradorite is associated with magic, transformation, intuition, and protection — often called a stone of mystery for its hidden, shifting color.

History & cultural significance

Named after Labrador in Canada, where it was identified in the 1700s, labradorite features in Inuit legend as the northern lights frozen into stone.

Where Labradorite Beads come from

Most labradorite is mined in Madagascar, alongside the original Canadian source and Finland's prized spectrolite variety.

●Madagascar, Canada & Finland

How to identify Labradorite Beads

Genuine labradorite shows a flash of color (labradorescence) that appears and disappears as you tilt it.
The base stone is grey and the flash is internal, not a surface coating.
Very bright, even ‘rainbow’ imitations are often coated glass.
Natural stone varies from bead to bead.

How they're used

Bracelets and necklaces.
Statement and intention jewelry.
Earrings and pendants.
Jewelry-making and design.

Buying guide

Labradorite is valued by the strength and color of its flash — strong, broad blue or multicolor flash is most desirable. Since beads are grey with flash on certain faces, look for good flash coverage. Choose size and shape, and avoid coated-glass imitations with an unnaturally even rainbow.