Purple Lepidolite Mica Tower — Brazil (#5)

Quick Highlights

• Size/Dimensions: 60 × 28 × 19 mm (2.36 × 1.10 × 0.75 in)
• Weight: 80 g (2.82 oz)
• Source/Origin: Brazil (pegmatite field, likely Minas Gerais)
• Key Features: Lithium-rich lepidolite mica, vivid violet sheen, hand-carved six-sided tower

Introduction

This Brazilian Purple Lepidolite tower shimmers with layered flashes of violet, lavender, and silver. Precision-cut into a compact crystal point, it balances presence and portability—equally at home in a curated mineral cabinet or a daily meditation space.

Lepidolite’s natural sheeted texture gives this tower a silky, reflective glow that changes with the light—distinct, elegant, and unmistakably collectible.

Geological Details

• Mineral class: Phyllosilicate (mica group; lepidolite)
• Crystal system: Monoclinic (perfect basal cleavage in thin sheets)
• Typical host rock: Granitic pegmatites with quartz, feldspar, and tourmaline

The purple coloration is tied to lithium (with minor Mn/Fe), making lepidolite both visually distinctive and geologically significant as a secondary lithium ore. Brazilian pegmatites—especially in Minas Gerais—are famed for producing saturated color and lustrous, coherent plates suitable for fine carving.

Aesthetic Appeal

Deep, silky purples transition to silvered highlights as you rotate the piece. The six-sided point concentrates line and light, showcasing the mineral’s natural layering while keeping a sleek, modern silhouette.

Metaphysical Properties

Often called a stone of calm and transition, lepidolite is prized for soothing overactive thoughts, easing stress, and supporting balanced sleep. Many use it as a gentle companion for change—grounding, yet quietly uplifting.

Rarity

While mica is widespread, well-carved lepidolite towers with strong violet color and intact faces are far less common due to the mineral’s perfect cleavage. Brazilian examples with this level of sheen and cohesion are especially sought after.

Why You’ll Love It

Pocketable but striking, this tower is a conversation piece and a practical energy tool—perfect for collectors, practitioners, or anyone drawn to serene, refined color.

Specifications

• Exact Dimensions: 60 × 28 × 19 mm (2.36 × 1.10 × 0.75 in)
• Weight: 80 g (2.82 oz)
• Finish: Polished, hand-carved tower
• Unique Features: Lithium-rich lepidolite; vivid violet sheen; crisp six-sided termination

Collector’s Note

Carving lepidolite demands exceptional care—clean faces and sharp geometry signal quality rough and skilled workmanship. Brazilian pedigree further underpins desirability and long-term collectability.

Display Recommendations

• Place under warm or natural light to amplify the violet–silver shimmer.
• Pair with a low-profile acrylic or natural wood stand for contrast.
• Ideal for bedside, meditation altars, or micro-display shelves.