Labradorite is not a stone for knocks, and this 32.4 carat piece is large enough that you should think about that before it goes into a ring. Mohs hardness is 6 to 6.5, which is softer than quartz. Sand and dust in daily life are mostly quartz, so a ring worn every day will pick up fine scratches on the dome sooner than a harder gem would. A pendant is gentler on it.

The stone itself shows a strong gold flash. At this weight the glow covers a wide area, and it moves as you move. It is the largest on our labradorite list at Rs. 5,250, about Rs. 162 per carat, which is almost the same per-carat rate as the smaller stones, so the extra price buys size rather than a finer grade.

To look after it, wipe with a soft damp cloth, dry it, and store it in its own pouch away from diamonds, sapphires or anything else that can scratch it. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and sudden heat. Quote GSN-LB-15 on WhatsApp if you want to ask about it, or see similar pieces in the labradorite category.

Cash on Delivery is available across Pakistan, so you inspect the stone before paying, and returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery. Before you choose, read our labradorite guide.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural labradorite with a weight of 32.4 Carat. Its price is Rs. 5,250 — roughly Rs. 162 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GSN-LB-15 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

Above twelve carats you are into collector territory. Pieces this heavy are usually set as pendants or kept loose, and they are prized for the size of rough they came from. If you do set it, choose a bezel or a heavy claw to protect the edges.

On the Mohs scale labradorite rates 6 to 6.5. That is middle-of-the-road hardness: comfortable in pendants and earrings, and in rings worn with some care. Store it apart from harder stones so it does not pick up scratches, and wipe it with a damp cloth rather than scrubbing.

Whoever you buy labradorite from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every labradorite for those three points before it is listed, a certificate is available on request, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. Certificate available on request. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Labradorite is usually untreated. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.