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Where a raw or tumbled piece might feel more personal and portable, the obelisk carries a quiet sense of purpose — something you might return to again and again as a steady companion for reflection, or simply enjoy as a striking piece of natural design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome of the Healing \u0026amp; Metaphysical Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabradorite is traditionally associated with the following properties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntuition and insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports a stronger connection to inner knowing and encourages trust in one's own perception and instincts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransformation support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Associated with helping to navigate change, transition, and personal growth with greater resilience and clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective energy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally regarded as a stone of protection, believed to create a stabilising energetic boundary during emotionally demanding periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreative thinking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Said to stimulate imagination, inspiration, and a more expansive approach to ideas and problem-solving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Associated with supporting confidence and perseverance, particularly during times of uncertainty or self-doubt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmotional balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Believed to help temper overactive thoughts and emotions, encouraging a calmer, more grounded inner state.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrief and transition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Labradorite is traditionally associated with supporting those moving through grief or profound loss — offering a sense of protective presence and gentle encouragement toward eventual transformation and renewal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakras and zodiac:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most strongly linked to the Third Eye and Crown chakras, extending to the Throat chakra, and traditionally associated with Scorpio, Sagittarius, Leo, and Pisces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow You Can Use Your Obelisk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchor a space:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place your obelisk on a desk, shelf, or altar as a steady, upright focal point for the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport intention setting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many people use the obelisk's tapered, directional shape as a visual aid when focusing on a specific goal or intention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeditate with purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold or sit near your obelisk during meditation to support a quiet, reflective state of mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild a crystal grid:\u003c\/strong\u003e The obelisk's shape makes it a popular anchor point in crystal grids, often placed centrally to direct energy outward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark transitions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep your obelisk visible during periods of change as a steady, grounding presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift with meaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e A labradorite obelisk makes a thoughtful gift for someone navigating a new chapter or seeking a bit of quiet clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabradorite is a naturally occurring member of the \u003cstrong\u003efeldspar\u003c\/strong\u003e mineral family, specifically belonging to the \u003cstrong\u003eplagioclase feldspar\u003c\/strong\u003e group. 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Shaped into an obelisk, this quality becomes even more pronounced — the four tapered faces catch the light at different angles, so the stone seems to shift between quiet and quite dazzling depending on where you're standing. Labradorite has long been treasured as a stone of \u003cstrong\u003eintuition\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etransformation\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the obelisk form adds a sense of intention to that reputation, standing upright as though gently pointing you toward your own inner clarity. Many people are drawn to it during periods of change, finding a kind of steadying \u003cstrong\u003eprotection\u003c\/strong\u003e in its presence even as its surface seems to be in constant motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a labradorite obelisk, this piece brings something a little more grounded to that shifting energy. 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Where a raw or tumbled piece might feel more personal and portable, the obelisk carries a quiet sense of purpose — something you might return to again and again as a steady companion for reflection, or simply enjoy as a striking piece of natural design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSome of the Healing \u0026amp; Metaphysical Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabradorite is traditionally associated with the following properties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntuition and insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports a stronger connection to inner knowing and encourages trust in one's own perception and instincts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransformation support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Associated with helping to navigate change, transition, and personal growth with greater resilience and clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective energy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally regarded as a stone of protection, believed to create a stabilising energetic boundary during emotionally demanding periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreative thinking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Said to stimulate imagination, inspiration, and a more expansive approach to ideas and problem-solving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Associated with supporting confidence and perseverance, particularly during times of uncertainty or self-doubt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmotional balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Believed to help temper overactive thoughts and emotions, encouraging a calmer, more grounded inner state.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrief and transition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Labradorite is traditionally associated with supporting those moving through grief or profound loss — offering a sense of protective presence and gentle encouragement toward eventual transformation and renewal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakras and zodiac:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most strongly linked to the Third Eye and Crown chakras, extending to the Throat chakra, and traditionally associated with Scorpio, Sagittarius, Leo, and Pisces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow You Can Use Your Obelisk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchor a space:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place your obelisk on a desk, shelf, or altar as a steady, upright focal point for the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport intention setting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many people use the obelisk's tapered, directional shape as a visual aid when focusing on a specific goal or intention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeditate with purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold or sit near your obelisk during meditation to support a quiet, reflective state of mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild a crystal grid:\u003c\/strong\u003e The obelisk's shape makes it a popular anchor point in crystal grids, often placed centrally to direct energy outward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark transitions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep your obelisk visible during periods of change as a steady, grounding presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift with meaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e A labradorite obelisk makes a thoughtful gift for someone navigating a new chapter or seeking a bit of quiet clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabradorite is a naturally occurring member of the \u003cstrong\u003efeldspar\u003c\/strong\u003e mineral family, specifically belonging to the \u003cstrong\u003eplagioclase feldspar\u003c\/strong\u003e group. This piece is shaped into an obelisk — a form with a flat base and four tapered sides that narrow gradually toward a pointed apex, distinct from a natural or naturally-terminated crystal point. The obelisk shape has carried symbolic weight across many cultures for thousands of years, perhaps most famously in ancient Egypt, where obelisks were raised as monuments believed to represent a beam of light frozen in stone, connecting the earth below to the sky above. Their tapering form has traditionally been associated with focus, aspiration, and the channelling of energy upward and outward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of this piece is its \u003cstrong\u003elabradorescence\u003c\/strong\u003e — a vivid, shifting iridescence that appears when light strikes the surface at certain angles, moving across the stone as it is turned. The intensity and reach of this flash varies naturally from piece to piece, determined by the internal layering structure of the individual stone, so no two obelisks display it in quite the same way. The polished faces give the flash a clean, defined surface to play across, while the base sits flat and stable for easy display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the piece you will receive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.4 x 3 x 2.3cm (H x W x D) \u003cem\u003eAll measurements and weights are approximate.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dark grey to black base with vivid, shifting flashes of blue, green, gold, and occasionally violet or orange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some pieces may have light surface finishing applied to enhance shine, a standard and widely accepted practice in the crystal industry. The underlying stone and its labradorescence are natural, though this can't always be confirmed at the individual-piece level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Labradorite is best kept away from perfume, cleaning agents, and prolonged water contact, all of which can affect the polished surface over time. Wipe with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth and store on a soft, padded surface; cleanse with moonlight, smoke, or sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Geology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabradorite is a plagioclase feldspar, formed within igneous rock as slow-cooling magma allows its internal structure to develop in fine, parallel layers. This layering is what produces labradorescence — light entering the stone reflects and interferes between the layers, splitting into the flashes of blue, green, gold, and occasionally violet or orange that the stone is known for. Its base colour is typically a dark grey to black, which throws the spectral flash into sharp contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThings You Might Want to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the colour shift and move?\u003c\/strong\u003e This effect, called labradorescence, is caused by light refracting between microscopic internal layers within the stone, so different colours appear as the angle changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSome angles show no colour at all — is that normal?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this is a natural part of labradorescence rather than a flaw, and the flash will reappear as you turn the piece in the light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe information provided at inspiremeonline.co.nz, including AI-assisted product descriptions, is for educational and informational purposes only. Metaphysical properties reflect traditional crystal folklore and widely-shared belief rather than scientific or medical claims; physical and mineralogical details are checked for accuracy. Crystals and crystal healing are complementary practices and not a replacement for medical treatment or professional care. Always consult a qualified health professional for medical concerns.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Labradorite Crystal Obelisk | Inner Strength | 125g

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Labradorite Obelisk - A Quiet Keeper of Hidden Light

There is a stillness to labradorite that feels almost deliberate, as though the stone is waiting for the right moment to reveal itself. Shaped into an obelisk, this quality becomes even more pronounced — the four tapered faces catch the light at different angles, so the stone seems to shift between quiet and quite dazzling depending on where you're standing. Labradorite has long been treasured as a stone of intuition and transformation, and the obelisk form adds a sense of intention to that reputation, standing upright as though gently pointing you toward your own inner clarity. Many people are drawn to it during periods of change, finding a kind of steadying protection in its presence even as its surface seems to be in constant motion.

As a labradorite obelisk, this piece brings something a little more grounded to that shifting energy. Its upright form makes it a natural focal point on a shelf, desk, or altar space, offering a sense of calm even when it isn't being actively used or held. Where a raw or tumbled piece might feel more personal and portable, the obelisk carries a quiet sense of purpose — something you might return to again and again as a steady companion for reflection, or simply enjoy as a striking piece of natural design.

Some of the Healing & Metaphysical Properties

Labradorite is traditionally associated with the following properties:

  • Intuition and insight: Supports a stronger connection to inner knowing and encourages trust in one's own perception and instincts.
  • Transformation support: Associated with helping to navigate change, transition, and personal growth with greater resilience and clarity.
  • Protective energy: Traditionally regarded as a stone of protection, believed to create a stabilising energetic boundary during emotionally demanding periods.
  • Creative thinking: Said to stimulate imagination, inspiration, and a more expansive approach to ideas and problem-solving.
  • Inner strength: Associated with supporting confidence and perseverance, particularly during times of uncertainty or self-doubt.
  • Emotional balance: Believed to help temper overactive thoughts and emotions, encouraging a calmer, more grounded inner state.
  • Grief and transition: Labradorite is traditionally associated with supporting those moving through grief or profound loss — offering a sense of protective presence and gentle encouragement toward eventual transformation and renewal.
  • Chakras and zodiac: Most strongly linked to the Third Eye and Crown chakras, extending to the Throat chakra, and traditionally associated with Scorpio, Sagittarius, Leo, and Pisces.

How You Can Use Your Obelisk

  • Anchor a space: Place your obelisk on a desk, shelf, or altar as a steady, upright focal point for the room.
  • Support intention setting: Many people use the obelisk's tapered, directional shape as a visual aid when focusing on a specific goal or intention.
  • Meditate with purpose: Hold or sit near your obelisk during meditation to support a quiet, reflective state of mind.
  • Build a crystal grid: The obelisk's shape makes it a popular anchor point in crystal grids, often placed centrally to direct energy outward.
  • Mark transitions: Keep your obelisk visible during periods of change as a steady, grounding presence.
  • Gift with meaning: A labradorite obelisk makes a thoughtful gift for someone navigating a new chapter or seeking a bit of quiet clarity.

Appearance & Specs

Labradorite is a naturally occurring member of the feldspar mineral family, specifically belonging to the plagioclase feldspar group. This piece is shaped into an obelisk — a form with a flat base and four tapered sides that narrow gradually toward a pointed apex, distinct from a natural or naturally-terminated crystal point. The obelisk shape has carried symbolic weight across many cultures for thousands of years, perhaps most famously in ancient Egypt, where obelisks were raised as monuments believed to represent a beam of light frozen in stone, connecting the earth below to the sky above. Their tapering form has traditionally been associated with focus, aspiration, and the channelling of energy upward and outward.

The defining feature of this piece is its labradorescence — a vivid, shifting iridescence that appears when light strikes the surface at certain angles, moving across the stone as it is turned. The intensity and reach of this flash varies naturally from piece to piece, determined by the internal layering structure of the individual stone, so no two obelisks display it in quite the same way. The polished faces give the flash a clean, defined surface to play across, while the base sits flat and stable for easy display.

  • What you'll receive: This is the piece you will receive.
  • Dimensions: 8.4 x 3 x 2.3cm (H x W x D) All measurements and weights are approximate.
  • Colour: A dark grey to black base with vivid, shifting flashes of blue, green, gold, and occasionally violet or orange.
  • Treatment: Some pieces may have light surface finishing applied to enhance shine, a standard and widely accepted practice in the crystal industry. The underlying stone and its labradorescence are natural, though this can't always be confirmed at the individual-piece level.
  • Care: Labradorite is best kept away from perfume, cleaning agents, and prolonged water contact, all of which can affect the polished surface over time. Wipe with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth and store on a soft, padded surface; cleanse with moonlight, smoke, or sound.

The Geology

Labradorite is a plagioclase feldspar, formed within igneous rock as slow-cooling magma allows its internal structure to develop in fine, parallel layers. This layering is what produces labradorescence — light entering the stone reflects and interferes between the layers, splitting into the flashes of blue, green, gold, and occasionally violet or orange that the stone is known for. Its base colour is typically a dark grey to black, which throws the spectral flash into sharp contrast.

Things You Might Want to Know

  • Why does the colour shift and move? This effect, called labradorescence, is caused by light refracting between microscopic internal layers within the stone, so different colours appear as the angle changes.
  • Some angles show no colour at all — is that normal? Yes, this is a natural part of labradorescence rather than a flaw, and the flash will reappear as you turn the piece in the light.

The information provided at inspiremeonline.co.nz, including AI-assisted product descriptions, is for educational and informational purposes only. Metaphysical properties reflect traditional crystal folklore and widely-shared belief rather than scientific or medical claims; physical and mineralogical details are checked for accuracy. Crystals and crystal healing are complementary practices and not a replacement for medical treatment or professional care. Always consult a qualified health professional for medical concerns.

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Our New Zealand-wide standard shipping option including rural delivery costs a flat fee of $10. We also offer Click & Collect from the NZ Couriers Depot in Palmerston North for a flat fee of $3 - considerably less than they charge us.

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Orders are delivered by NZ Couriers and require a signature upon delivery. Please make sure the delivery address is where someone can sign for the delivery. If no one is home when delivery is attempted a card will be left advising the date and time of attempted delivery. One more attempt will be made to deliver your order, after that you will be required to pick it up from your nearest NZ Couriers office. Please make sure you bring ID with you when picking up the parcel, otherwise it will not be released.

Under normal circumstances your order will be dispatched within 2 business days and arrive within a week, often sooner. Please note that your order may be sent in more than one parcel.

Dispatch and delivery days are Monday to Friday.

Please be aware that some isolated regions may require additional delivery time. If this is the case for your area we will notify you of this prior to processing your order. We cannot deliver to Post Office Boxes or Private Boxes. We do not deliver outside New Zealand, however orders may still be placed from overseas with a New Zealand delivery address.

CANCELLING YOUR ORDER

If you wish to cancel your order, please contact me at michelle@inspiremeonline.co.nz as soon as possible. If you cancel before your order is dispatched, you'll receive a full refund.

However, if the goods have already been sent to you, at the time of cancellation, you will not be able to cancel your order. You will need to follow the returns process and your shipping charges will not be refunded.

MORE INFORMATION

At present we offer payment solutions through AFTERPAY with a minimum order of $50 (maximum order of $2000).

If you have questions about our shipping costs or any shipping issues, please contact me at michelle@inspiremeonline.co.nz

HOW TO RETURN A PRODUCT

If your order arrives and you decide that it’s ‘not you’, we're happy to exchange it for another product of the same value (please bear in mind that additional shipping charges will apply). If you would like to return a product please email me at michelle@inspiremeonline.co.nz to arrange this. Please make sure you have your order details handy.

IF WE’VE SENT YOU A FAULTY PRODUCT

We apologise if you have received a product that is faulty, and while we do our best to ensure that all products we sell are in good condition when they leave us, there is always a risk that we’ll miss something and we sincerely regret any inconvenience this causes. You are welcome to an exchange or refund and we ask that you email me at michelle@inspiremeonline.co.nz as soon as possible, and ideally within 7 days of receiving the order. Please make sure you have your order details handy.

IF WE’VE SENT YOU THE WRONG PRODUCT

We apologise if we’ve sent you the wrong product, and sincerely regret any inconvenience this may cause. Please email me at michelle@inspiremeonline.co.nz and we'll send the item you originally ordered and arrange for pick-up of the incorrect item we sent at the same time.

DAMAGED PRODUCT

If you suspect your product has been damaged during delivery please keep all original packaging as our courier will collect the entire package, and will need to inspect it. Please email me at michelle@inspiremeonline.co.nz as soon as possible, and ideally within 7 days of receiving the order, and we'll make arrangements with the courier to collect. We will endeavour to send you a replacement as soon as possible.

OUT OF STOCK ITEMS

We're a small business, and while we do our best to ensure that our stock levels are correct, we sometimes find that the system says we have more of something than we actually do. If the product you ordered is not available we'll contact you by phone or text in the first instance, and via email if we don't get a response within two days, and give you the opportunity to choose from the following…

  • Refund
  • Wait for us to get one for you
  • Choose another item

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