These Larvikite stones have beautiful blue flashes of color when you turn them in the light, almost like a Labrodite. These earrings are on the larger side, but surprisingly light.  They have nickel free french hook earring wires. They pair well with the Larvikite pendants also available in the shop. 

Though Larvikite is believed to have been formed 298 million years ago, it has only been mined since 1884 when discovered in its namesake town of Larvik, Norway.  While Larvikite’s history is still relatively new to the general public, this gemstone has picked up quite an array of different names in its short history. This stone has been called Black Moonstone, Blue Norweigan Moonstone, Black Labradorite, Blue Pearl Granite, Norweigan Pearl Granite, Birds Eye Granite, just to name a few. Yet, calling it granite is misleading since Larvikite is not granite at all. It is an igneous rock, a variety of Monzonite. Commonly dark blue, dark grey, or black, it is distinguished by its inclusion of feldspar, which create its famous blue and silver flash. This sparkling flash of silver or blue from within the stone is commonly referred to as the “Schiller Effect'' or Labradoresence. This Schiller effect is often the reason Larvikite is confused with its feldspar cousin Labradorite.

Metaphysical Properties:

Larvikite is a protective and grounding stone that protects the wearer and dispels negative energy. This stone is associated with the Root Chakra and helps ground one’s strength, reconnect to the Earth’s power, and attuning to nature’s spirits.  Larvikite is a stone that evokes inner strength by stimulating creativity, wisdom, and security in one’s intellect.  Larvikite neutralizes anxiety and removes the burden of stress, allowing one to live each moment fully. It focuses on positivity and harnesses good vibrations within.