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The name labradorite comes from the province of Labrador in Canada, which is a famous locality for labradorite with an
iridescent play of colors. Iridescent labradorite is sometimes referred to as spectrolite.
Some gray to black labradorite shows an iridescent play of blue, green, orange, yellow or red colors. Labradorite of
this quality is very popular as a gem, lapidary and ornamental material.
Legend has it that the Northern Lights were once imprisoned in the rocks along the coast of Labrador, and then a
wandering Eskimo warrior found them and freed most of the lights with a mighty blow of his spear according to an Eskimo legend. Some of the lights were
still trapped within the stone however, and thus we have today the beautiful mineral known as labradorite.
The astrological signs of labradorite are Scorpio, Sagittarius and Leo.
It is said to relieve anxiety and depression and give enthusiasm, self-confidence, and inspiration. It is also said to
be helpful in treating eye and brain disorders, and to help regulate metabolism and the digestive process. Traditionally, labradorite jewelry is worn as it
is thought to bring good luck.
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