Tilt it under a lamp and the mica flakes flash. This lepidolite chunk is a soft lilac stone full of tiny reflective layers.
Several shades of light purple run through the piece, and the shimmer moves as you walk past it, which is what makes raw lepidolite so appealing on an open shelf. Set it on a bedside table, a reading nook or a desk where daylight can reach it. It also fits a mineral collection that leans toward lithium minerals or micas, and it makes a good gift for someone who loves soft purples and sparkle. The texture is part of the character: stacked mica gives it a layered, slightly flaky surface that polished stones do not have.
About Lepidolite
Lepidolite is a lithium bearing mica, the most abundant lithium mineral on Earth. Its lilac to pink purple color comes from trace manganese. Like other micas it is soft, about 2.5 to 3 on the Mohs scale, and its thin sheets have a pearly to metallic luster.
Stone Meaning: Lepidolite is traditionally associated with calm and transition.
Additional Details
- You receive the exact lepidolite piece shown.
- About 5.5" x 4" x 2".
- Natural lepidolite mica; some flaking and crumbling are normal for this stone.
- Fragile; handle over a soft surface and dust with a soft dry brush.
Disclaimer: Please consult a healthcare professional for any medical advice. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.
