Lepidolite Tumbles

Lepidolite is a rare mineral and can only form in geochemical environments where high concentrations of lithium are available for mineral formation. Lepidolite as a mineral lacks the hardness and tenacity to be a good gem material. However, it is sometimes impregnated with quartz, and that gives it durability. Lepidolite impregnated with quartz makes an attractive pink to purple gemstone, but what makes these stones even more desirable are the bright flashes that occur when the mica cleavage surfaces reflect light. The strong pink and purple color this stone emanates is derived from traces of Manganese impurities within the chemical makeup. A little known fact about Lepidolite is that they are usually sold as just “lepidolite” without giving the quartz proper credit for its important job. Crystals that form in layers can help you get to the bottom of things and find resolve quickly.