The name “Labradorite” comes from its place of discovery in the Labrador region of Canada, hence it is also known as “Labrador Stone” or “Labrador Feldspar.” The mineral contains various crystal elements that overlap and interfere with light, creating a rainbow-like effect known as “labradorescence.” Because of this effect, it is also known as the “spectral stone.”

The crystals of Labradorite are usually flat or plate-like, and have a glassy luster. When light enters at different angles, it reflects different colors and creates a colorful play of light that appears like silk on the cleavage surface. The unique iridescence and color-changing phenomenon adds to its charm. Labradorite has played a significant role in human civilization and has been considered a “gemstone-class” mineral in both Eastern and Western cultures.

In terms of its spiritual and healing properties, Labradorite has been known for its high “wealth-accumulating power” since ancient times, making it ideal for business people and high-level managers to wear. The blue and green light of Labradorite is considered the original power of “attracting wealth,” and wearing it can lead to unexpected surprises. Its spiritual function can further enhance the wearer’s clairvoyance, preventing unfortunate incidents. Besides, Labradorite has the ability to replenish energy, making it beneficial for those who easily get tired or fatigued, as it strengthens their vitality and endurance.

In terms of spirituality, Labradorite is one of the few gemstones that correspond to the “eighth chakra.” The diverse colors seen on Labradorite represent the diversity of its energy. Holding Labradorite during meditation can help increase overall frequency, strengthen perception and insight, and prevent deception by superficial appearances.

In terms of physiology and treatment, Labradorite is beneficial for the lungs, and helps alleviate breathing difficulties, bronchitis, and colds. It also aids in digestion and regulates the body’s metabolism. Labradorite has been used to treat eye and brain dysfunction, stimulate mental sharpness, and reduce stress and anxiety. It can also help relieve menstrual symptoms and pain. Labradorite can lower blood pressure, reduce sensitivity to cold and heat, and alleviate rheumatism and gout.

In terms of emotions, Labradorite can calm an overly active mind, stimulate imagination, and bring new ideas. This is an extremely creative energy, and Labradorite is also known as the “artist’s stone.” It also helps dispel fear and insecurity while enhancing confidence, trust in the universe, and self-awareness.

拉長石

拉長石的名字 “Labradorite” 來自於其發現地 — 加拿大的拉布拉多（Labrador）地區，所以也有人稱它為「拉不拉多石」。因為集結了多種元素結晶礦物在內部，層層交疊之下，產生了對光線的干涉和衍射；因此對著光線改變照射的角度時，會折射出七彩光暈。這樣的現象稱為「拉長石現象」，拉長石也因此被稱為「光譜石」。

拉長石的晶體多呈現板狀或是扁平狀，具玻璃光澤，當入射光線進入不同層面時，會反射出不同的色光，出現如絲緞般的豔麗色斑，經常會在解理面上，顯出豐富的光彩。因為獨特的暈彩或變彩現象，增添了幾分迷人的優雅。拉長石在人類文明裡還佔有一席地位，無論是東西方文化，拉長石在國際歷史上都是相當重要的「寶石級」礦物。

關於拉長石的功效與靈性能量，自古以來，拉長石便被認為是具有高度「聚財力」的能量寶石，極度適合生意人、高階經理人使用。拉長石的藍光、綠色，更是「招財」的原始動力，配戴者容易擁有意外飛來的驚喜。其靈性功能，可以進一步提升配戴者的洞察能力，預防不幸事情發生。除此之外，她們還有補充體力的功效，對於容易疲勞、經常體力不濟者，有助於加強生命力，增進體力、耐力。

在靈性方面，拉長石是少數的寶石中能對應「第八脈輪」的礦石。從拉長石身上能看見更多色彩，代表著它所帶來的能量更是多元化。握住拉長石靜坐，有助於提高週身頻率，加強對事物的透視力、洞察力，免於被事物的表象所迷惑。

在生理和治療上，拉長石對肺部有益，並協助改善呼吸困難，支氣管炎和感冒。渴幫助消化，調節身體的新陳代謝。拉長石已被用於治療眼睛和大腦功能紊亂，刺激心智敏銳度，並減少壓力和焦慮。她也可以在月經期間舒緩症狀，緩解疼痛。拉長石可降低血壓，減少對冷熱敏感，並緩解風濕和痛風。

在情緒上，拉長石能夠平靜過於活躍的頭腦，激發想像力，帶來新的思路，這是極富創造性的能量，也有人稱拉長石為藝術家寶石。亦有助於驅除恐懼和不安全感，同時增強信心，信任宇宙會照顧我們，帶來我們所需要的人、事、物，顯化在生活中。

拉長石的歷史與故事

北美洲

北美洲的傳說中，有一位蝴蝶女神象徵了拉長石。北美人相信擁有這種七彩石，等於有了女神的祝福；甚至可以當上一族之長，成為部落的王者！

神話

拉長石榮耀著威爾士的星星與月亮女神——Arianrhod，銀輪女神。

在凱爾特神話中，Arianrhod 代表著「母親」。Arianrhod 據說能夠轉變成一隻貓頭鷹，並通過貓頭鷹之眼，看見人的潛意識和靈魂的黑暗。 （貓頭鷹象徵死亡、更新、智慧、月亮魔法還有灌頂。）

透過夜間的移動，Arianrhod 給予那些尋求祂的庇護的人們舒適性和醫治。