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Gemstone of the Month – Labradorite

Labradorite is a  type of feldspar consisting of between 30-50% Albite and 50-70% Anorthite. It was named after peninsula of Labrador in Canada, where it was first found.

Labradorite shows labradorescence – a schiller effect in lustrous metallic tints, often blue and green, and sometimes the complete spectrum. This effect is also found in moonstone.

Labradorite and Sterling Silver Ring

Labradorite is believed to stimulate imagination, help develop enthusiasm and to see more clearly in meditation. it is thought to assist with disorders of the eyes and brain and to relieve anxiety.

Green Labradorite and Sterling Silver Ring

It is supposed to balance hormones and relieve menstrual tension; and regulate metabolism. Labradorite is used to treat colds, gout, and rheumatism, lower blood pressure, and aid in digestion.

I have some gorgeous labradorite cabochons just waiting to be turned into beautiful jewellery for you – you can find them in my gemstone collection. Let me know what you’d like created!

Labradorite Wedge Cabochon

 

Small Labradorite Oval Cabochons

Electric Blue Drusy Agate Cabochon

Drusy Agate – Electric Blue Oval Cabochon

The brilliant blue drusy agate gemstone cabochon shown here is 32mm long. It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you. You can read more about what drusy agate is here.

Agate is traditionally believed to help you to discern truth, improve memory and concentration, increase stamina,  prevent insomnia and ensure pleasant dreams, enhance personal courage, protect you against danger, and provide a calming influence.

This drusy cabochon has been dyed. You can read more about gemstone treatments here. In order to keep your drusy looking good, it is recommended that you do not get it wet or expose it to sunlight for prolonged periods. Your piece can be cleaned using a soft silver polishing cloth.

Blue/Grey Labradorite Cabochon

Dark Blue/Grey Labradorite Oval Cabochon

The lovely labradorite cabochon shown here is 30mm long.  It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you. Labradorite is a feldspar, and like moonstone, has what is known as the schiller effect. It is also known as spectrolite, black moonstone, and falcon’s eye.

Labradorite is said to bring good luck. It is supposed to aid with healing emotional wounds, calming and reducing negativity.

 

Flower Jasper and Sterling Silver Ring

Flower Jasper and Sterling Silver Ring

One of my lovely customers, Trish, chose this lovely piece of flower jasper to be made into a ring for her daughter’s birthday.

Flower Jasper and Sterling Silver Ring

The colour and shape of the stone is wonderful!

Flower Jasper and Sterling Silver Ring

I hope Cassie loves it, it was a joy to create for her!

Pink Titanium-Coated Drusy and Sterling Silver Ring

Pink Titanium Coated Drusy Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Pink Titanium-Coated Drusy and Sterling Silver Ring

 

The lovely Rosie won The Endeavour Foundation Silver Forge raffle prize this year, and she used her gift voucher towards  a ring.

 

Pink Titanium-Coated Drusy and Sterling Silver Ring

 

She chose this divine titanium coated cabochon from my gemstone collection, and isn’t it a stunner!

 

Pink Titanium-Coated Drusy and Sterling Silver Ring

 

Thank you, Rosie, it was a pleasure to create this ring for you. I’m currently sourcing a couple of other cabochons for more rings for Rosie!

Watermelon Ruby Zoisite Cabochon

Watermelon Ruby Zoisite Oval Cabochon

The watermelon coloured oval ruby zoisite gemstone cabochon shown here is 28mm long.  It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you. 

First discovered in 1954 in Tanzania, Ruby zoisite is a composite of green zoisite with black tschermakite and ruby crystals. It is also known as anyolite, which comes from the word for “green” in the native language of the Masai tribe.

Ruby Zoisite is believed to overcome laziness. It is thought to enhance fertility and to help with diseases of the reproductive system. It is said to encourage you to be an individual and to stimulate creativity.

Ruby Zoisite Cabochon

Ruby Zoisite Oval Cabochon

The lush oval ruby zoisite gemstone cabochon shown here is 20mm long.  It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you. 

First discovered in 1954 in Tanzania, Ruby zoisite is a composite of green zoisite with black tschermakite and ruby crystals. It is also known as anyolite, which comes from the word for “green” in the native language of the Masai tribe.

Ruby Zoisite is believed to overcome laziness. It is thought to enhance fertility and to help with diseases of the reproductive system. It is said to encourage you to be an individual and to stimulate creativity.

Large Lapis Lazuli Cabochon

Lapis Lazuli Cabochon

The stunning lapis lazuli gemstone cabochon shown here is 38mm long.  It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you. 

Lapis Lazuli has been mined in Afghanistan for over 6,000 years. It is believed to be good for communications and good judgement, for enhancing memory, and to attract success.

I used this cabochon to create this custom piece:

Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Ring

Turritella Fossil Cabochon

Turritella Fossil Cabochon

The amazing turritella fossil gemstone cabochon shown here is 33mm by 22mm long.  It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you. 

Turritella is a genus of medium-sized sea snails which have tightly coiled shells in the shape of an elongated cone.