{"product_id":"labradorite-tower-1","title":"Labradorite Tower — Blue Flash with Internal Fracture Patterns","description":"\u003cp\u003eLabradorite Tower — Blue Flash with Internal Fracture Patterns \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA polished labradorite tower showing strong blue labradorescence across multiple faces, with layered internal structure and natural fracture networks that catch and scatter light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece displays classic feldspar behaviour — with flashes appearing as the stone is rotated, caused by light interacting with internal lamellar structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Mineral Type: Labradorite (Plagioclase Feldspar)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Chemical Composition: (Ca,Na)(Al,Si)₄O₈\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Crystal System: Triclinic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Formation: Igneous (slow cooling of magma)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Colour: Grey base with blue optical flash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Transparency: Opaque to translucent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Lustre: Vitreous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeature Highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Strong blue labradorescence (optical effect)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Flash visible across multiple polished faces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Natural internal fractures + growth textures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Small internal reflective points creating sparkle under light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Dark base tone enhancing contrast of colour flash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Untreated — colour is purely structural (not pigment-based)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Size: 8.8 cm x 2.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Weight: 84 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabradorite is a feldspar mineral known for labradorescence, an optical phenomenon caused by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Light interference within microscopic layered structures (lamellae)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Variations in sodium and calcium during crystal growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Internal twinning and structural zoning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flashes are not surface colour — they are produced internally when light reflects and refracts between these layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFractures and internal planes in this piece enhance light interaction, often increasing the visibility and intensity of the flash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Mohs hardness: 6 – 6.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Durable but can scratch with harder minerals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Avoid sharp impacts (can chip along cleavage planes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Clean with a soft cloth — avoid harsh chemicals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Store separately to preserve polish\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53820346335573,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_0f28581b-6220-4fa2-9906-89d9d6c72d61.jpg?v=1777899661","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/labradorite-tower-1","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}