Labradorite look-alikes
Plagioclase Feldspar (Labradorite variety)
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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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Andesine
Plagioclase Feldspar (Andesine variety)
Also known as: Red Labradorite (incorrectly applied to some Andesine)
Oligoclase
Plagioclase Feldspar (Oligoclase variety)
Also known as: Sunstone (a variety of Oligoclase)
Moonstone
Orthoclase or Albite-Oligoclase (with adularescence)
Also known as: Adularia, Peristerite
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