Description
A custom lapidary study hand-shaped and polished by artisan Ben V during our active archival workshop collections. This distinct, high-dome oval cabochon has been meticulously oriented and cut to isolate a premium vein of feldspar matrix, contoured specifically to highlight a vivid, directional blue optical flash across its polished surfaces.
The technical marvel centers entirely on the optical phenomenon of true labradorescence:
This intense blue flash is not a surface reflection or artificial pigment, but a brilliant light-interference effect occurring deep within the stone’s internal structure. As light penetrates the surface, it strikes sub-microscopic, alternating twin lamellae layers of exsolved albite and anorthite plagioclase feldspars. Rhythmic directional shifts under a focal light source track these light waves bouncing off the microscopic crystal planes, producing the dramatic, high-luster blue glare characteristic of top-tier Madagascar localities.
The design framework utilizes a highly specialized, sloped perimeter profile to concentrate this optical play across the maximum face radius while securing the structural integrity of the base matrix.
METADATA SPECIFICATIONS:
– Classification: Custom Hand-Polished Cabochon
– Mineralogy: Labradorite (Plagioclase Feldspar Series)
– Optical Phenomena: High-Luster Blue Labradorescence
– Geographic Locality: Choice Madagascar Stratum Reference
– Dimensional Scale: 31mm x 11mm x 12mm
– Geometrical Form: High-Dome Sloped Oval
– Production Matrix: C3 Archival Workshop Loop
– Lineage Curation: Handcrafted by Ben V
This rare heritage specimen has been safely assigned to our permanent archival reserves and is currently out of stock for public acquisition. To explore active, available mineral collections or review upcoming trade show showroom schedules, please navigate back to our central exhibit halls.
