Is "Labradite", the semi precious stone, unusual?

Question

I may not have the right spelling but it is a deep dark blue green color that seems irradescent. Where is it from? Are there any mythic traditions about it? Does it have any spiritual properties?What can you tell me about it?

Answer 1

Labradorite is truly a fascinatingly beautiful mineral. Its a mineral whose charm is not fully noticed and may be overlooked if not viewed from the proper position. Generally a dull, dark looking mineral with no special virtue until the colorful shiller is observed glowing on the surface. Labradorite can produce a colorful play of light across cleavage planes and in sliced sections called labradorescence. The usually intense colors range from the typical blues and violets through greens, yellows and oranges. Some rare specimens display all these colors simultaneously.

Answer 2

I think what you're looking for is labradorite. A quick google search should get you most of what you would need to know about it. :)