Museum piece – AA+ quality labradorite – Bulgaria –...

Labradorite with electric blue and turquoise green reflections — A spectacular specimen This remarkable labradorite stands out for the intensity of its natural iridescence, where shades of electric blue, cobalt blue, turquoise, and bright green mingle. These chromatic play of colors contrast with a dark matrix dotted with veins, fractures and natural reliefs that emphasize the piece's singular character. Under suitable lighting, the iridescent surfaces reveal a changing palette and striking visual depth. Blue bands traverse the stone and dialogue with the green areas, creating a particularly expressive contrast. The rough edges and preserved mineral texture reinforce the specimen's natural appearance. Labradorescence, the optical phenomenon characteristic of this variety of plagioclase feldspar, gives the piece its main appeal: the reflections vary with the viewing angle and the direction of the light. With its intense colors, elongated silhouette, and the contrast between dark matrix and luminous iridescence, this specimen will find a place in an aesthetic mineral collection, a cabinet of curiosities, or a museum-display-inspired presentation. Specifications * Mineral: Labradorite * Family: Plagioclase feldspars * Optical effect: Labradorescence * Colors: Electric blue, cobalt blue, turquoise, and green * Appearance: Rough specimen with iridescent surface * Dimensions: About 5.2 × 2 cm * Origin: Bulgarian mine * Condition: Natural mineral specimen * Display support: Not included Shipping The specimen will be carefully packaged with appropriate protection to minimize the risk of shock during transport. A tracking number will be provided after shipping. Photographs: the presentation images generated by artificial intelligence illustrate a museum-stage setup. They do not replace the real photographs of the mineral, which allow faithful assessment of its condition and colors.

Estimate:£125.63

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