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LEPIDOLITE on SMOKEY QUARTZ

LEPIDOLITE on SMOKEY QUARTZ

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Lepidolite is a lilac-gray or rose-hued mineral belonging to the mica group, characterized by the chemical formula K(Li,Al)3(Al,Si,Rb)4O10(F,OH)2. It stands out as the most prevalent lithium-containing mineral and serves as a secondary source of this essential metal. Additionally, it is a significant source of the alkali metal rubidium.

This mineral is typically located alongside other lithium-rich minerals, such as spodumene, within pegmatite formations. Lepidolite can also be discovered in high-temperature quartz veins, greisens, and granite deposits. As a phyllosilicate mineral, it is part of the polylithionite-trilithionite series, which includes polylithionite, lepidolite, and trilithionite. These three minerals exhibit similar characteristics, attributed to the differing ratios of lithium and aluminum present in their chemical compositions.

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The numbers under "variant" are the measurements in mm and weight in grams. Where known, the origin of the specimen is mentioned. The number at the end, is the specimen number in our collection. Colours may vary, due to photography.

Care

It's important to know that many minerals can be effectively cleaned with water. However, before using any cleaning methods, such as dissolvers or ultrasound, please take the time to research online. Improper use of these techniques could potentially harm your specimen.

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