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Chinese Name：鋰雲母
English Name：Lepidolite (belongs to mica family)
Chemical Composition：K(Li,Al)3(Al,Si,Rb)4O10(F,OH)2
Catagory：Phyllosilicate 層狀硅酸鹽
Crystal system：Monoclinic
Crystal habit：Tabular to prismatic pseudohexagonal crystals, scaly aggregates and massive
Hardness： Lepidolite: 2.5 - 3.0 | Quartz: 6.5 - 7
SG： Lepidolite:2.8 - 2.9 | Quartz: 2.65
Related Chakra：Throat, Heart, Third-eye and Crown
Locality：Brazil, Russia, California, USA, Canada, Madagascar, UK, Mexico, Australia
Colour：lilac-gray, purple, red, pink
Cause of colour：this mineral is rich in lithium, but it is manganese which cause the pink, purple, and red hues characteristic of Lepidolite.
Source of Name：This stunning purple stone was originally discovered in the 1700s, where it was named 'Lilalite' because of its lovely lilac colouring.

However, it was later renamed. Its new name "Lepidolite" was derived from the Greek word "lepidos" (meaning scales) because of its flakes of Lithium which resembled scales.

Use as gem：Lepidolite is very soft and brittle and can only be cut, shaped, or polished whin it is found within Quartz body.

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Functions：
1.	Lepidolite is believed to help balance the scale of emotions we feel on a daily basis.
2.	Placing a piece directly over your third eye or crown chakra during a meditative session. The effects this can have on the mind and body can result in attitude change, increased drive, self-confidence, and finding joy within the little things.
3.	Lepidolite dissipates negativity, activates and opens the throat, heart, third eye and crown chakras.
4.	It has a detoxifying effect and stimulates the purification process in the skin and connective tissues.
5.	This stone is beneficial for depression and mental illness stemming from mood swings.
6.	It is an excellent stone for sleep disorders, including insomnia due to stress or worry, or nightmares.
7.	Lepidolite encourages independence. It helps you to set your goals and to realise them without outside help.

General care：(Pure Lepidolite cannot polish and cut into gems, gems type is lepidolite included within quartz)

1.	Avoid leaving the gem in strong light or heat as colour may fade.
2.	Avoid using steam cleaners.
3.	Do not soak in salt water.
4.	Cleaning: Use lukewarm plain water, mild soap and a soft brush to scrub behind the stone where dirt can collect.
Ref: https://www.madagascandirect.com/details/9456/lepidolite-spheres/ Lepidolite - Metaphysical Healing Properties (healingwithcrystals.net.au)

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