Labradorite 10x13mm Irregular Tear Drop - 15-16 Inch Ancient Cellar Agate whose name is derived from

whose name is derived from the Greek word for Rose

The ancient Egyptians carved amulets of Jasper to be buried with their deceased to ensure safe passage to the afterlife

and it is the official birthstone of that month

without the play of color present in more precious varieties

thought to be derived from trace amounts of titanium

Labradorite 10x13mm Irregular Tear Drop - 15-16 Inch Ancient Cellar Agate whose name is derived fromLabradorite is remarkable for the way its aggregate layers refract light, creating iridescent flashes of blue, gold, pale green or copper red. This effect is known as labradorescence, taking its name from the stone. Labradorite is usually gray to green, dark gray, light gray or black. It was discovered in Labrador, Canada in 1770 and named for the area, though it is referenced as a highly revered stone in much older Inuit tribal legends.