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Spectrolite Formula: (Ca,Na)[Al(Al,Si)Si2O8] Hardness: 6 - 6½ Ylamaa is a small village about 30 km SSW from Lappeenranta. During the second world war the Finnish was building fortifications along the border to the Soviet union. When they blasted the rock they discovered that it contained a very beautiful labradorite. It was later named to spectrolite. That discovery started the quarrying of spectrolite in the area and is the base of a local rock industry. Spectrolite is quarried for ornamental purposes and for jewellery. A lot of it is processed locally and most workshops have their own quarry. A type of translucent feldspar which displays strong iridescence when viewed from different angles, Finnish spectrolite exhibits vivid colors of bright aqua, golden yellow, peacock blue, reddish orange, greens and red. Best links related to Spectrolite: www.finnishspectrolite.com ”Mixture the mysticism of the vikings and the beautiful nature of Finland.” Spectrolite - variety of labradorite displaying with intense reds, oranges and yellows as well as blues and greens. These colors are due to light interference by thin lamellae(parallel layers) within the Spectrolite. The color play is iridescent like the feathers of a peacock or the Northern Lights. Spectrolite belongs to the plagioclase feldspar group, a series of mixtures of sodium and calcium aluminum silicates. Spectrolite has a hardness of 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale and a specific gravity of 2.69 - 2.72. Spectrolite is the very high grade of dark based Labradorite that is found only in Finland. The name "Spectrolite" is a trade name given to this material by the Finns, and only this material can truly be called Spectrolite. There is one authentic true Spectrolite and it comes only from Finland. History: Spectrolite was discovered quite by accident in 1940 during the Second World War, when stones was being quarried along Finland's eastern border for the purpose of making antitank obstacles, which makes it a more recent discovery than the well-known Labradorite from Canada. Spectrolite is Finland national stone. As each country is entitled to name its own gemstones, Professor Aarne Laitakari, then Director of the Geological Survey of Finland, chose the name ”Spectrolite”, obviously having in mind the spectrum, the colours of which are visual poetry. Also is said to be that colours reflect the nature of Finland: blue is born the glittering of thousands lakes, green is the wuthering of our country wilderness forest. Yellow, red and oranges are as glowing brilliant colors of fall foliage in autumn. The Spectrolite is regarded by gemmologists as the world's most beautiful labradorite. Metaphysical: Brings forth each person's strengths, originality, aids sleep, relate to others. Spectrolite is thought to bring good luck. Spectrolite is said to represent the ”Temple of the stars”. It brings the light of the other planetary beings to the soul of the user. It is said to provide quick relief from anxiety, hopelessness and depression, replacing them with enthusiasm, self-confidence and inspiration. Some people call is ”The good luck stone”. A shaman stone that reveals hidden paths. A very useful stone if you are seeking spirit helpers. Encourages self reliance, independence and magical revelations. The astrological signs of Spectrolite are Scorpio, Sagittarius and Leo. Associated with the Winter season, and the January Moon (Wolf Moon). www.personal.inet.fi "The fascination of the Spectrolite lies in its richness of colour and changing tones, which are more remarkable the larger the stone is. The colours have all the shades of the spectrum or reflect the rich hues of Finnish scenery - from golden browns to darkest blues.... The Spectrolite is regarded by gemmologists as the world's most beautiful labradorite. As each country is entitled to name its own gemstones, Professor Aarne Laitakari, then Director of the Geological Survey of Finland, chose the name "Spectrolite", obviously having in mind the spectrum, the colours of which are visual poetry. This name has been accepted by European gemologists...." The best Spectrolite classification coulde be find here: www.kalevalakoru.com "A variety of Labradorite, spectrolite is a precious stone containing nearly all colors of rainbow, nick named “a rainbow captured in a stone”. Spectrolite contains exceptional rich various colors. To be qualified as gemstone, spectrolite is characterized by its richness of color and fine cutting. Finnish made jewelry has spread the unique beauty around the world. Spectrolite has its own quality classification...." Metaphysical: www.lauriestetzler.com "Metaphysical properties: Spectrolite is said to provide quick relief from anxiety, hopelessness and depression, replacing them with enthusiasm, self-confidence and inspiration. It is said to dispell negativity and to bring clear understanding by enhancing clarity of thought and improving one's ability to cooperate with others in harmony. Spectrolite is also said to give perseverance, strength and enhanced intuition when one is experiencing times of conflict and change. Spectrolite is said to be helpfull in treating eye and brain disorders, and to help regulate metabolism and the digestive process..." |
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