Lepidolite
Lepidolite is a lilac-to-purple mica mineral rich in lithium. Originally called "lilalite" for its lavender hue, it was renamed in the 19th century — lepidos means "scale."
Lepidolite is Mohs 3-4 — very soft. Best for earrings, pendants, and necklaces. Not recommended for rings or bracelets due to softness and perfect cleavage (splits along natural planes). Avoid water, humidity, and harsh sunlight.
Lepidolite is naturally high in lithium and prized for calming energy. Lilac hues range from pale lavender to deep purple, with white or pink flashes from mica reflection.
All our Lepidolite is natural and untreated. Found in Brazil, Madagascar, Russia, California, and Afghanistan in lithium-rich pegmatites.
Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth only. Avoid water and ultrasonic cleaners.
Sourced direct and US-stocked in multiple shapes and sizes — all precision-cut. Offering good prices on quality. Browse our current selection.
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Lepidolite, Natural, Chips, approx. 7x3mm, One 32in Strand
Beauty in the Bead
$6.00Lepidolite, Natural, Chip sizes 7x3mm, One 32in Strand Lepidolite belongs to the mica group of materials, specifically it is lithium, aluminum-rich mica. Since Lepidolite is a mica material, it is not defined as stone. Lepidolite is found...$6.00 -
Lepidolite, Light, Natural, Smooth Round, One 6mm Strand
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$7.00Lepidolite, Natural, Smooth Round, 6mm. This price is for one strand 15 to 16 inches long. 6mm strands have 60 to 65 pieces. Lepidolite belongs to the mica group of materials, specifically it is lithium, aluminum-rich mica. Since lepidolite is...$7.00 -
Lepidolite, Light, Natural, Smooth Round, One 8mm Strand
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$8.00Lepidolite, Natural, Smooth Round, 8mm. This price is for one strand 15 to 16 inches long. 8mm strands have 43 to 48 beads. Lepidolite belongs to the mica group of materials, specifically it is lithium, aluminum-rich mica. Since lepidolite is...$8.00