Lepidolite (Lithium Mica)

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Lepidolite from Brazil

Lilac coloured mica mineral also known as lithium mica.

Approx dimensions: 5 x 5 x 1.5cm

Lepidolite is a silicate mineral and a source of lithium, rubidium and caesium.
Pearly lustre
White streak
Hardness 2.5-3
Uneven fracture
Perfect cleavage

Platy sheet crystal structure is clearly visible and crystal faces display typical uneven fracture.

Lovely display specimen with many layers of crystals for the classroom or for teaching.  The specimen can be handled by students without damaging the crystals if it is handled with care.

Specimen pictured is a representative specimen.

Please contact us with any questions or to see more photos.

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Lepidolite from Brazil

Lilac coloured mica mineral also known as lithium mica.

Approx dimensions: 5 x 5 x 1.5cm

Lepidolite is a silicate mineral and a source of lithium, rubidium and caesium.
Pearly lustre
White streak
Hardness 2.5-3
Uneven fracture
Perfect cleavage

Platy sheet crystal structure is clearly visible and crystal faces display typical uneven fracture.

Lovely display specimen with many layers of crystals for the classroom or for teaching.  The specimen can be handled by students without damaging the crystals if it is handled with care.

Specimen pictured is a representative specimen.

Please contact us with any questions or to see more photos.

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