Labradorite Freeform - Height: 15 cm - Width: 10 cm- 1425 g
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Polished Labradorite freeform from Madagascar, weighing 1,425 g with dimensions 15 × 10 × 5.3 cm, showcasing intense orange, pink and violet labradorescence over a smoky grey to silvery body.
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Polished Labradorite Freeform – Intense Orange, Pink & Violet Labradorescence – Madagascar
A striking polished Labradorite freeform from Madagascar, distinguished by a broad and vivid display of warm-toned labradorescence across its upper and central areas.
The stone has a predominantly smoky grey to silvery body, crossed by natural internal lines, cleavage structures and darker mineral inclusions. Under direct light, these otherwise subdued tones transform dramatically, revealing intense flashes of orange, copper, pink, violet and occasional greenish-yellow highlights.
The strongest optical effect is concentrated across the upper portion of the specimen, where large interconnected fields of colour produce a particularly vibrant contrast against the darker feldspar body. Depending on the viewing angle, the flashes shift in intensity and tone, moving from fiery orange and gold to magenta and purple.
The high-gloss polish enhances both the depth of the stone and the characteristic labradorescence, while the asymmetrical freeform shape gives the specimen a natural sculptural presence. From less reflective angles, the internal feldspar structure becomes more visible, emphasizing the contrast between the mineral’s quiet grey base colour and its vivid optical display.
Labradorite is a plagioclase feldspar known for labradorescence, an optical phenomenon caused by interference of light within microscopic internal structures of the mineral.
A particularly attractive Madagascan Labradorite specimen, appreciated for its unusually warm orange-pink-violet flashes, strong colour coverage and elegant polished form.
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About Latiaxis S.r.l.
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers.
Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Polished Labradorite Freeform – Intense Orange, Pink & Violet Labradorescence – Madagascar
A striking polished Labradorite freeform from Madagascar, distinguished by a broad and vivid display of warm-toned labradorescence across its upper and central areas.
The stone has a predominantly smoky grey to silvery body, crossed by natural internal lines, cleavage structures and darker mineral inclusions. Under direct light, these otherwise subdued tones transform dramatically, revealing intense flashes of orange, copper, pink, violet and occasional greenish-yellow highlights.
The strongest optical effect is concentrated across the upper portion of the specimen, where large interconnected fields of colour produce a particularly vibrant contrast against the darker feldspar body. Depending on the viewing angle, the flashes shift in intensity and tone, moving from fiery orange and gold to magenta and purple.
The high-gloss polish enhances both the depth of the stone and the characteristic labradorescence, while the asymmetrical freeform shape gives the specimen a natural sculptural presence. From less reflective angles, the internal feldspar structure becomes more visible, emphasizing the contrast between the mineral’s quiet grey base colour and its vivid optical display.
Labradorite is a plagioclase feldspar known for labradorescence, an optical phenomenon caused by interference of light within microscopic internal structures of the mineral.
A particularly attractive Madagascan Labradorite specimen, appreciated for its unusually warm orange-pink-violet flashes, strong colour coverage and elegant polished form.
Seller's Story
Shipping Restrictions and Right to Cancel the Sale
We reserve the right to cancel a sale if the purchased item cannot be legally exported, imported, or shipped to the destination country. This includes, but is not limited to, items subject to regulatory restrictions (such as materials protected under CITES), customs limitations, local prohibitions, or logistical constraints related to the weight, size, or nature of the parcel when carriers do not accept shipments to specific geographic areas.
It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify any applicable restrictions in their country before placing a bid. Should shipping prove impossible for legal or operational reasons beyond our control, the order will be cancelled and any payment made will be refunded in accordance with the platform’s procedures.
About Latiaxis S.r.l.
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers.
Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Details
Main mineral
Labradorite
Mineral form
Freeform
Weight
1425 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
15 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
5.3 cm
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