Our Labradorite & Spectrolite Collection features two closely related feldspar gemstones known for their extraordinary flashes of color. From the electric blues, greens, and golds of labradorite to the vivid, often full-spectrum displays of Finnish spectrolite, these stones reveal some of the most remarkable optical effects found in natural minerals.

Labradorite is a calcium-sodium feldspar in the plagioclase mineral series. Its distinctive optical effect, called labradorescence, occurs when light interacts with microscopic structures within the crystal, producing flashes of color that shift as the stone moves. Spectrolite is a trade name for particularly colorful labradorite from Finland, especially the Ylämaa region, where the material is known for its intense and varied color displays. Despite their different appearances, both share the same fundamental mineralogical identity.

Ben carefully selects, cuts, shapes, and polishes each stone to bring out its natural color and optical effects. The angle and orientation of each cut are especially important, allowing the finished jewelry to showcase the brilliant flashes of color hidden within the feldspar.