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	Spectrolite info
		Spectrolite quarried from the rugged bedrock of Ylämaa in the south east of Finland is the only Finnish gemstone which meets the three basic requirements: beauty, hardness and rarity.
		Spectrolite was found in 1940 during World War II when the Finns built a defence line on the eastern border.
		The fascination of the Spectrolite lies in its richness of colour and changing tones, which are more remarkable the larger the stone is. The colours have all the shades of the spectrum or reflect the rich hues of Finnish scenery - from golden browns to darkest blues.
	personal.inet.fi /business/hannu.heinonen/eng/epage9.html (378 words)

	Korukivihiomo Kiurunen sales gallery for Spectrolite. Spectrolite rough.
		Spectrolite belongs to the plagioclase feldspar group, a series of mixtures of sodium and calcium aluminum silicates.Spectrolite has a hardness of 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale and a specific gravity of 2.69 - 2.72.
		Spectrolite was discovered quite by accident in 1940 during the Second World War, when stones was being quarried along Finland's eastern border for the purpose of making antitank obstacles, which makes it a more recent discovery than the well-known Labradorite from Canada.
		Spectrolite is said to represent the "Temple of the stars".
	www.finnishspectrolite.com /gblang/spesales/spectrolite_rough_001.html (466 words)

	Spectrolite - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Spectrolite is a hard and rare variety of labradorite feldspar.
		Spectrolite has a Mohs hardness between 6 and 6.5 and a specific gravity of 2.69 to 2.70.
		Spectrolite was discovered by the Finns during WWII when building a defense line in Ylämaa in southeast Finland.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Spectrolite (159 words)

	spectrolite (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Spectrolite was discovered quite by accident during the Second World War, when stones was being quarried along Finland's eastern border for the purpose of making tank traps.
		Spectrolite is a worthy of inclusion in to your loveliest jewelry.
		Spectrolite's hardness on Moh's scale is 6-6.5, specific gravity 2.69-2.70, refractive indices 1.560-1.568 and double refraction 0.008.
	www.colorstones.com /spectrolite.htm (265 words)

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		Spectrolite quarried from the rugged bedrock of Ylämaa in the South East of Finland is a Finnish gemstone which meets the three basic requirements: beauty, hardness and rarity.
		Spectrolite was found in 1941 during World War II when the Finns built a defence line on the eastern border.
		The fascination of spectrolite lies in its richness of colour and changing tones, which are more remarkable the larger the stone is. The colours have all the shades of the spectrum and reflect the rich hues of Finnish scenery – from golden browns to darkest blues.
	www.ylamaa.fi /english/2.html (671 words)

	Astrology & Gemstones, Birthstones: Spectrolite Gemstone - Gems shop online
		Spectrolite is a trade name for Labradorite, owing to the spectal colors in the gemstone.Spectrolite is composed of Calcium Sodium Aluminum Silicate.
		Spectrolite is a versatile stone and a wearer's delight.
		Spectrolite was first discovered in Yalmaa, which is also known as the Gem Village of Finland, during World War II when stones was being quarried along Finland's eastern border for the purpose of making antitank obstacles.
	www.findyourfate.com /gemology/gemstones/Spectrolite.html (164 words)

	Spectrolite
		Spectrolite is a member of the plagioclase feldspar mineral group.
		Spectrolite was first discovered in Yalmaa, which is also known as the Gem Village of Finland, during World War II.
		Spectrolite is usually seen cut en cabochon with a slight dome to display its’ properties.
	www.dandennis.com /spectrolite.htm (162 words)

	Thaigem.com \| Info Center \| Gemstone Discovery \| Spectrolite
		Spectrolite is composed of Calcium Sodium Aluminum Silicate [Ca(50-70%) Na(50-30%) (Al, Si)AlSi2 O8] with a Refractive Index of 1.55 - 1.75 and Specific Gravity of 2.70 - 2.74.
		As Spectrolite is a relatively rare gem type prices vary widely according to availability and quality.
		As Spectrolite is a very personal stone, individual preference is an important factor when considering the value of any individual gem.
	www.thaigem.com /dis_spectrolite.asp (276 words)

	Spectrolite Sterling Silver Jewel
		Spectrolite is the name of a form of Labradorite, which is a
		The colors of Spectrolite vary from pink and purple to electric blue.
		The play of colors (labradorescence) is caused by the reflection of light in the layers of the mineral.
	www.towercrystals.com /jewelry/pages/3.html (68 words)

	Ylämaa spectrolite quarries
		That discovery started the quarrying of spectrolite in the area and is the base of a local rock industry.
		Spectrolite is quarried for ornamental purposes and for jewellery.
		On one of the walls there were a hugh spectrolite crystal, 20 cm across and shining in a very deep blue color.
	www.geology.neab.net /locality/finland/ylamaa.htm (550 words)

	Labradorite Sunstone and Amazonite Colored Gemstone Information sheet ~ PGR Gems
		Its distinctive flash of irridescent colors is known as "labradorescence." These beautiful flashes of color change according to the angle of light refraction, and may be somewhat metallic tints of blue, green, yellow, and pink, with the majority of the stone itself a dark grey in color.
		Spectrolite is a trade name for labradorite, owing to the spectal colors in the gemstone.
		The color patterns of spectrolite are similar in that shown in nature with oil on water.
	www.pgrgem.com /color/datasheets/pgrplag.html (706 words)

	[Jewelry making - Article 00752] - [Orchid] [Digest Post] Labradorite vs. Spectrolite
		Spectrolite is the name used to distinguish this particularly brilliant Finnish material from other occurrences of Labradorite.
		A piece using Spectrolite - the image was scanned from slide and is a bit dark: http://www.songofthephoenix.com/larger_amphora_.php3 Pam Chott Song of the Phoenix From: Jim Dave - The term "spectrolite" made its appearance in the late 70s; it was used in the marketing campaign for Finnish labradorite.
		The issue is confounded by the use of "spectrolite" to describe the labradorescent moonstone from Madagsacar.
	www.ganoksin.com /orchid/archive/200211/msg00752.htm (705 words)

	Gemstones beginning with S
		Blue is spectrolite's most common play of color, followed by a range of yellows: lime-yellow to gold to bright canary yellow.
		Spectrolite is heat sensitive, prone to splitting and has medium hardness; it is therefore relatively fragile and must be worn and cleaned with care.
		Spectrolite was discovered by accident in 1940 during World War II, as stone was being quarried along Finland's eastern border to create tank obstacles.
	www.rings-things.com /gemstone/s.htm (2431 words)

	Spectrolite Stone,Spectrolite Gemstones,Spectrolite Gemstone Exporter,Suppliers
		Spectrolite belongs to the Plagioclase Feldspar Group, a series of mixtures of sodium and calcium aluminum silicates.
		It is a member of the plagioclase feldspar mineral group and is closely related to labradorite.
		Spectrolite emits a powerful light energy and is said to be a gemstone of transformation and utilization of the subconscoius mind.
	www.semi-precious-stone.com /spectrolite-stone.html (166 words)

	POMPO-MARK Oy: Spectrolite
		What makes spectrolite so fascinating is its endless play of colours and hues: they vary in all the hues of the rainbow and reflect the shades so characteristic of Finnish nature: from golden shades of brown to the deepest blue.
		This "Living Stone" was found in Ylämaa during World War II in 1940, when building a defence line, the so-called Salpa-Line, along Finland eastern border.
		SPECTROLITE'S energy and power will enter from their hands to the patients.
	www.kolumbus.fi /pompo/spektroliittien.html (232 words)

	Alternative Network Directory - Labradorite and Spectrolite
		The background colour is dark smoke or blue grey, but when light strikes it in a particular direction, it displays striking rainbow-coloured reflections, peacock blue, coppery red or dusky gold, and this is known as labradorescence.
		Gem-quality labradorite is known as spectrolite, while a colourless variety, darkened with needle-like inclusions, is often called fl moonstone.
		Spectrolite is a dark, opalescent blue with shimmer when the light hits it.
	www.and-world.com /content/view/107/0 (304 words)

	GemRocks: Anorthosite
		DESCRIPTION: Anorthosite is an igneous rock that consists of 90 or more percent of plagioclase feldspar, which is labradorite in a large percentage of the anorthosites used as gemrocks (see additional statements about this rock and its name and about labradorite under the REMARKS subheading).
		Some of the anorthosite from which this gemrock is recovered is porphyritic, and some of the the relatively large phenocrysts find use for fashioing as, for example, cabochons; these gemstones are, of course, gem minerals rather than gemrocks.
		Spectrolite is the national stone of Finland (it "
	www.cst.cmich.edu /users/dietr1rv/anorthosite.htm (1135 words)

	Kalevala Koru - Product catalog
		A species of Labradorite, spectrolite is a precious stone containing nearly all colours of rainbow, nick named “the stone captured in a rainbow”.
		The story of spectrolite of Finland began in 1941, when a spectrolite deposit was discovered accidentally in Ylämaa, southeast Finland.
		Spectrolite from Ylämaa contains exceptional rich various colours; the standard of quality can be cut as gemstone, which is characterised by its richness of colour and fine cutting.
	www.kalevalakoru.com /korut/kuvasto/rings/6690 (124 words)

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		The name "Spectrolite" is a trade name given to this material by the Finns,
		I just received an import directly from Finland of the most extraordinary Spectrolite gem material I have ever seen.
		It has been very difficult to find material of any quality let alone the "jaw dropping" beauty of this material.
	www.skyesgems.com /store/rough/spectrolite/spectrolite_rough11.htm (257 words)

	gemofmonth.html
		That care will reward the owner many times over, however, as a high quality, well cut piece of labradorite or spectrolite is a joy to behold.
		Labradorite is a gem bargain, as even the highest quality specimens are a fraction of the cost of comparably colored ammolites, precious opals or fire agates.
		The most valuable pieces of both labradorite and spectrolite are those with the brightest and most uniform color flashes, showing no "dead" areas.
	www.acstones.com /gemofmonth/2005/gemofmonth.04.05.html (767 words)

	Spectrolite Oval Pendant - Silver - Kalevala Pendants
		Spectrolite Oval Pendant - Silver - Kalevala Pendants
		Kalevala's stunning tear-drop silver pendant with an oval Spectrolite stone extending from the center.
		Kalevala's Oval Spectrolite Pendant measures 1-1/8" (2.8cm) wide and 1-1/2" (3.8cm) tall.
	www.finnstyle.com /spectrolite-oval-pendant.html (115 words)

	Labradorite Lapidary Rough (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		This superior quality specimen of natural labradorite feldspar (also known as spectrolite) has large colorful areas of jewelry quality.It was polished on one surface to better show its golden-orange, green and blue "color-play" (also known as labradorescence or schiller) that flash out at different angles as you turn it.
		This superior grade specimen of natural labradorite feldspar (also known as spectrolite) has been polished on one surface to better show its jewelry grade areas with gold, green and blue "color-play" (also known as labradorescence or schiller) that flash out at different angles.
		This fine quality specimen of natural labradorite feldspar (also known as spectrolite) has large colorful areas of jewelry quality.It was polished on one surface to better show its golden-pink, green and blue "color-play" (also known as labradorescence or schiller) that flash out at different angles as you turn it.
	www.mineralminers.com /html/lablrgh.stm (915 words)

	Geometric Pendant Series
		The large triangle is mother of pearl with iridescent colors, the upper stones are a pearl and a very flashy Australian opal which has similar colors to the mother of pearl.
		Sterling Silver, 14K wires with 14k bead ends holding moving/swinging Spectrolite, top stone is a very lovely blue/green Australian Opal, top large bead is also 14K gold.
		Super pretty Spectrolite gem from Finland with all colors of the rainbow--strong flashes of purple, pink and golds.
	www.lizardsjewelry.com /pendgeo.html (563 words)

	GemNotes - 6/1/1997 - JCK-Jewelers Circular Keystone (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		The gem appears to be fighting nationality and identity problems, says Don Pier of GPG Trading, a New York City company that markets the Finnish spectrolite labradorite in the U.S. Regarding nationality, most gemology texts say labradorite must come from Finland to be called spectrolite.
		To be sure, many other forms of labradorite (a member of the feldspar group of minerals) come from other places, including off the coast of Labrador in North America (hence the name).
		Even when it was brought to the surface, much of the spectrolite was kept for use in Finnish jewelry stores.
	www.jckonline.com /article/CA6252321.html (1536 words)

	Gram Cabbing: Spectrolite Gem Cabs
		I think Spectrolite is one of the prettiest and most unusual.
		There are some Spectrolite cabs available of lower quality and price, but the low quality cabs do not have the polish or life that a Spectrolite of high quality does.
		In case you are wondering the main difference between Spectrolite and Labradorite is the appearance.
	www.cabbers.com /cabs/feldspars/spectrolite.shtml (181 words)

	Spectrolite
		Spectrolite is a trade name that was given to Finnish labradorite to distinguish it from stones from other sources.
		Lapidary experts rank Finnish Spectrolite as the most beatiful of the labradorites in the world.
		What makes spectrolite so fascinating is its endless play of colours and hues: they vary in all the hues of the rainbow and reflect the shades so
	personal.inet.fi /business/hannu.heinonen/eng/epage0.html (162 words)

	Spectrolite cattery (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		I don't require the new owners of the Spectrolite kittens to show their cats, put if any of them chooses to do so, I am more than happy to help them get started.
		The most promising kittens in each litter will stay in my breeding program, and to the ones that are available as pets, I try to choose the new homes in a way that takes into consideration the buyer's wishes for show/pet quality kitten.
		Thus the competition in shows is tight, and the one and same cat can be either BIS, or left out in the first round, depending on the day, and the taste of the given judge - and even the less successful cats may have considerable value as breeding cats.
	www.uku.fi /~mpaho/Spectrolite/cattery_showing_english.htm (1007 words)

	Spectrolite Jewelry - Links - Autumn Gallery Handcrafted Spectrolite Gemstone Jewelry
		Spectrolite labradorite, set in Sterling silver pendants rings and earrings. Visit our Spectrolite gemstone jewelry catalogue.
		Spectrolite Labradorite : Spectrolite feldspar Finland Madagascar Norway Labrador
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	www.autumngallery.net /links_spectrolitejewelry.html (185 words)

	Finnish Spectrolite and other Rare Gem Stone Jewelry. One of a kind Fine Art Jewelry. Laurie Stetzler - Design Works ...
		This Gem is from one of the finest crystals I got from Finland before Spectrolite became the "rage".
		Purple and red Spectrolite is the rarest color in Finnish spectrolite.
		This piece of Finnish spectrolite is the true rare red, not magenta.
	www.lauriestetzler.com /spectrolite (809 words)

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