Might as well start with a glitzy glam rock! This one is Labradorite from Madagascar, very bright blue flash in this particular example, but yellow and green are seen also, sometimes several colours and patches in one stone. The golden yellow ones are truly amazing.
The material cuts reasonably well, it takes a little practice to align the rough when slabbing. But from grinding and shaping perspectives it's easier than jasper and agate, and takes a nice bright polish with diamond. This was a 25x18mm cabochon in a silver plated commercial setting.
25x18mm Labradorite - Madagascar
Beautifully done, Harry!!!
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