Descripción
Mined from: Madagascar
Description: Lepidolite is a lithium-rich mica mineral known for its soft lilac to rose-violet color and its silky, layered texture. It forms in granite pegmatites and is one of the major natural sources of lithium, a key element used in batteries, ceramics, and glass. The stone’s characteristic shimmer comes from its platy crystal habit, which reflects light from thin sheets of mica. When polished into a worry stone, lepidolite reveals a smooth surface with subtle luster, making it both visually appealing and pleasant to hold.
Madagascar produces some of the world’s finest lepidolite specimens, often found alongside tourmaline and quartz in complex pegmatite formations. The island’s mineral diversity and long geological stability create ideal conditions for gem-quality material. Lepidolite from Madagascar tends to have higher clarity and deeper color than deposits elsewhere, reflecting the high lithium content and unique geochemistry of the region’s pegmatitic rocks.
Metaphysically, lepidolite is associated with tranquility, balance, and emotional release. It is said to help ease stress and promote calm during transitions, serving as a supportive stone for emotional clarity and peaceful focus.
Chemical Composition: K(Li,Al)₃(Si,Al)₄O₁₀(F,OH)₂
Chakra: Heart, Third Eye, and Crown
Approximate Size of 1 Piece: 40mm x 30mm x 10mm
Approximate Weight of 1 Piece: 17g
Quantity: 1pc
We do our best to buy quality products- although not every rock is the same. If you choose to purchase the "staff pick option", we will select the best of the batch for you. Otherwise, it will be at random from the larger batch we have in stock.
