SUZANNA Handcrafted Jewelry
Faceted Labradorite Bead & Sterling Silver Teardrop Hoop Earrings
Faceted Labradorite Bead & Sterling Silver Teardrop Hoop Earrings
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Our elegant Faceted Labradorite Bead & Sterling Silver Teardrop Hoop Earrings effortlessly take you from day to evening, featuring smoky gray and silver tones accented by shiny silver spacers. Among my personal favorites, these earrings showcase faceted labradorite beads, sterling silver spacer beads, and a satin silver lentil bead focal on each earring, perfectly complementing the matching bracelet.
Complete your look with our Faceted Labradorite bracelet, as seen in the photo. These earrings hang 2.5" from the ear lobe and weigh only 11 grams. They arrive in a luxe black satin drawstring storage pouch and include a complimentary black/gold trim paper gift bag with black satin ribbon handles for gift-giving. Enjoy free shipping on your order.
Labradorite is a mesmerizing gemstone known for its iridescent play of colors, often displaying flashes of blue, green, gold, and even violet.
Properties of Labradorite
Labradorite is a feldspar mineral with a Mohs hardness of 6 to 6.5, making it relatively durable for jewelry. Its most striking feature is labradorescence, a unique optical effect where light interacts with its internal structure, creating a shimmering glow. The stone is typically gray-green, dark gray, or black, with vibrant flashes of color appearing when viewed from different angles.
Historical Significance
Labradorite was first discovered in Labrador, Canada, by Moravian missionaries in 1770, but Inuit legends suggest it was known long before. According to folklore, the stone was formed when a warrior struck the rocks with his spear, releasing the Northern Lights trapped within. It became popular in Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries and has since been treasured for its mystical qualities.
