Purple Lithium Mica Tumbles

Description

Purple lithium mica tumbles are great for décor and gemstone collections. Often confused for lepidolite, this gemstone is a lovely purple stone that adds a pop of color to any space. We sell these beauties by the piece. Get yours today!

Size: L, approx. 1.00+”

One of our favorite suggestions for using purple lithium mica tumbles in gemstone décor is to add them to a crystal or glass plate, bowl, vase, or other container. You can layer them or use them to surround figurines or other display pieces, too. With all of the colors and variation available in gemstone tumbles and chips, there is almost always a complementary or accent color that will suit your personal style, Southwestern or otherwise.

Learn More About Purple Lithium Mica

Purple lithium mica is a fascinating gemstone. It is part of the mica group and is officially considered part of the polylithionite-trilithionite series. It is a lithium-containing stone. The polylithionite-trilithionite series is a group of closely related mica minerals that share similar crystal structures and chemical compositions. They are distinguished by their varying lithium content. Polylithionite, one endmember of the series, has a higher lithium content, while Trilithionite, the other endmember, has a lower lithium content. Lepidolite, a well-known member of this series, falls somewhere in between these two extremes, making it a lithium-rich mica with a distinct purple or pink color.

Lepidolite is closely related to purple lithium mica which is a general term for a few minerals found in the polylithionite-trilithionite series. The only known differences are the depth of purple coloration and luster which are due in part to how the crystals form. Purple lithium mica tends to have darker purple coloration while lepidolite has pink to purple hues. They are often sold as different stones due to these minor differences. We have both tumbles available at this time. Want to learn more about the polylithionite-trilithionite series? Click this link!

If you like these tumbles, you will love the rest of our collection found here.

Please Note:

1. Sizes and weights are approximate. Dimension sizes can vary based on the way the rock is formed. We hand measure our pieces on the longest side. Please see the pictures in the listing.
2. The colors may vary due to monitor and lighting differences.
3. Please use your own judgment when allowing children to handle.
4. Not suggested for use in animal habitats or fish tanks.