Intense Blue Flash Madagascar Labradorite Sphere - Striking Iridescent Flashes - Height: 112 mm - Width: 112 mm- 2124 g - (1)

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Intense blue flash Madagascar labradorite sphere, polished and iridescent with striking flashes, 112 mm across, weighing 2124 g and originating from Madagascar.

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Spectacular natural Labradorite sphere, mirror-polished — This extraordinary natural labradorite sphere, finely carved and polished, captures attention with its hypnotic play of colors. Worked from a single block of rough mineral, its perfectly smooth surface enhances the famous labradorescence, revealing iridescent glints that dance between electric blue, deep teal, and hints of green-gold. Labradorite is a member of the plagioclase feldspar series and owes its fascinating optical phenomenon to the interference of light passing through thin twin lamellae within its crystal structure. This creates a unique luminous display, where every viewing angle and variation in light reveals new and unexpected color shades, as if the stone held a fragment of the aurora borealis. Originating from the renowned mines of Madagascar, this labradorite is an excellent specimen that best represents the aesthetic and mineralogical qualities of the mineral. Its geological formation, taking place in igneous rocks such as gabbronorite, has given rise to natural inclusions and veining that enrich its intrinsic beauty, imparting to each piece a distinctive and unrepeatable character. Beyond its undeniable aesthetic charm, labradorite is appreciated by collectors and connoisseurs for its unique properties and natural formation. This sphere presents itself as a magnificent decorative element, capable of enriching any environment with its evocative presence and chromatic variations, making it a focal point of great visual impact and a precious addition to any mineral collection.

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Spectacular natural Labradorite sphere, mirror-polished — This extraordinary natural labradorite sphere, finely carved and polished, captures attention with its hypnotic play of colors. Worked from a single block of rough mineral, its perfectly smooth surface enhances the famous labradorescence, revealing iridescent glints that dance between electric blue, deep teal, and hints of green-gold. Labradorite is a member of the plagioclase feldspar series and owes its fascinating optical phenomenon to the interference of light passing through thin twin lamellae within its crystal structure. This creates a unique luminous display, where every viewing angle and variation in light reveals new and unexpected color shades, as if the stone held a fragment of the aurora borealis. Originating from the renowned mines of Madagascar, this labradorite is an excellent specimen that best represents the aesthetic and mineralogical qualities of the mineral. Its geological formation, taking place in igneous rocks such as gabbronorite, has given rise to natural inclusions and veining that enrich its intrinsic beauty, imparting to each piece a distinctive and unrepeatable character. Beyond its undeniable aesthetic charm, labradorite is appreciated by collectors and connoisseurs for its unique properties and natural formation. This sphere presents itself as a magnificent decorative element, capable of enriching any environment with its evocative presence and chromatic variations, making it a focal point of great visual impact and a precious addition to any mineral collection.

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Intense Blue Flash Madagascar Labradorite Sphere -
Mineral form
Striking Iridescent Flashes
Supplement
Mesmerizing Polished Labradorite Sphere
Weight
2124 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
112 mm
Width
112 mm
Depth
112 mm
ItalyVerified
14192
Objects sold
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It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. However, using or wearing gemstones or minerals does not mean that you can treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional for information on health care issues and do not stop any medications or courses of treatment, without first consulting your health care professional. The use of gemstones or minerals as a wellness therapy is one of personal choice. While stones or crystals have been used historically to relieve or prevent symptoms, the objects sold on our website offer no guarantee of results. Therefore, Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for the effectiveness of these objects sold herein.

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