Labradorite look-alikes
Labradorite (a variety of plagioclase feldspar)
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Open the appSeveral rocks and minerals can be confused with Labradorite. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.
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Moonstone
Orthoclase or Albite (with lamellar intergrowths)
Also known as: Adularia, Selenite (historical, now refers to gypsum)
Sunstone
Oligoclase or Labradorite (with hematite or goethite inclusions)
Also known as: Heliolite
Andesine
Andesine (a variety of plagioclase feldspar)
Also known as: Andesine-Labradorite
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