Electroformed copper pendant with an oval labradorite measuring 41×19 mm. Bicolor flash: blue-gray background with a central golden shimmer that varies with the lighting angle. Electroformed copper oval bezel setting with a circular bail. The largest stone in the series.
Item Details
| Mineral |
Labradorite (plagioclase feldspar) |
| Setting technique |
Electroformed copper |
| Item dimensions |
41×19 mm stone · approx. +18 mm top bail |
| Bail |
Electroformed circular bail · chain not included |
| Mineral hardness |
6–6.5 Mohs |
| Mineral origin |
Material acquired from a wholesale lapidary market |
| Treatment |
Untreated |
| Item type |
Unique outlet piece |
This specific piece
This labradorite features a more subtle flash distribution than the others in the series: a deep blue-gray background with a triangular golden shimmer in the center that shifts as the piece moves. The surface shows visible zoning: the lower half tends towards grayer tones, and the upper half activates blue with more intensity.
Its larger size (41×19 mm) gives it presence as a main pendant. The copper bezel follows the oval shape of the stone with a rough electroformed finish.
About copper electroforming
Electroforming deposits copper onto a model through electrolysis. Unlike casting, it does not subject the mineral to heat, making it ideal for labradorites sensitive to thermal changes. The organic texture of the metal is a direct result of the electrochemical process, not subsequent repoussé work.
Labradorite in lapidary tradition
First described in the Labrador Peninsula (Canada) in 1770, labradorite was quickly adopted by Art Nouveau jewelry for its shifting light effects. In Finland, it is known as "polar spectrum stone." Symbolically, it is associated with intuition and transformation.
The symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
What does "duo" in the name mean?
It refers to the two main color fields: the blue-gray background and the central golden shimmer. The bicolor distribution gives it a more contained character than the rainbow labradorites in the same series.
Is the flash intense or subtle?
More subtle than the other labradorites in this series. The labradorescence is real and clearly visible under direct light, but without the extreme saturation of gold flash or rainbow. Ideal if you are looking for a pendant with color movement that doesn't dominate the ensemble.
How do I care for this piece?
Avoid bumps, water, and chemicals. Copper can oxidize; store the piece in an airtight bag. More details in our care guide.
What does it mean that it's an outlet item?
A prototype or workshop sample with possible minor irregularities in the copper setting. The mineral is in perfect condition. Sold as shown in photographs, at a reduced price.
See also: natural stone pendants · more outlet items.
