White Howlite is named for Canadian mineralogist Henry How
all organic parts are replaced by minerals
It is the most abundant lithium-bearing mineral as well as a significant source of the rare alkali metals rubidium and caesium
They are rough specimens but polished on one side to show off all it's amazing colors
MultiPliers - featuring a Chain Nose AND a Round Nose head for wire wrapping and DIY jewelry making
Labradorite 2x4mm Tube Beads - 15-16 Inch Cube Faceted AA Grade White Howlite is named forLabradorite 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.