{"product_id":"labradorite-sphere","title":"Labradorite sphere","description":"\u003cp\u003eLabradorite Sphere — Blue Flash Feldspar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sphere is a beautiful example of labradorite showing strong blue and gold labradorescence across multiple crystal planes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface displays classic feldspar twinning and internal fracture structures, while directional light reveals vivid electric blue flashes caused by light interference inside the mineral structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis polished labradorite sphere shows layered blue flash across a smoky grey feldspar body with visible internal crystal zoning and natural structural fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabradorite belongs to the plagioclase feldspar group and is famous for its optical phenomenon known as labradorescence — the metallic blue, gold, and green flashes seen when light reflects between microscopic lamellar layers within the crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece has particularly strong directional blue flash with silver and pale gold tones visible under direct lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e92 grams 3.6cm diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Labradorite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral Group: Plagioclase Feldspar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e�\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Smoky grey, silver, blue flash, pale gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Effect: Labradorescence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparency: Opaque to semi-translucent in thin areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLustre: Vitreous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal System: Triclinic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Polished sphere\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMohs Hardness: 6–6.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabradorescence occurs because of microscopic intergrowth layers inside the feldspar crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs light enters the stone, it reflects and interferes between these internal lamellae, producing flashes of colour that shift depending on viewing angle and lighting direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue flash visible in this sphere is caused by selective light interference, similar to thin-film optical effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe darker fracture lines and zoning patterns visible throughout the piece are natural structural features formed during cooling and crystallisation within igneous environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sphere also shows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Internal feldspar twinning patterns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Directional crystal zoning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Structural cleavage planes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Natural fracture veining\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Multiple flash layers across different growth zones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy This Piece Stands Out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Strong electric blue flash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Multiple reflective planes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Large visible labradorescence zones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Excellent contrast between dark body and bright flash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Classic feldspar crystal structure visible throughout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Highly dynamic under moving light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabradorite is relatively durable but contains natural cleavage planes which can fracture under impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Avoid dropping or knocking against hard surfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Clean with lukewarm water and a soft cloth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Avoid prolonged soaking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Store separately from harder minerals to preserve polish\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53942122021205,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_4b19bc6c-a582-4d14-9998-d8bafd531166.jpg?v=1779007763","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/labradorite-sphere","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}