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labradorite (n) a type of feldspar. Usually a smokey grey or black colour featuring an iridescence known as labradorescence.

labradorescence (n) a Schiller-like optical effect found in labradorite.

lapis lazuli (n) a blue rock used ornamentally in ancient egypt. [buy lapis lazuli jewellery from Mochishop]

loupe (n) a type of microscope used by jewellers to inspect and identify gemstones.

lustre (n) the appearance of a smooth surface, e.g., of a stone, due to light shining on it.