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Lepidolite, Elbaite

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Lepidolite on elbaite, 4 cm, from the Pederneira mine, São José da Safira, Minas Gerias, Brazil. Jeff Scovil photo.

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Species
Lepidolite, ElbaiteAbout Lepidolite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Locality
Brazil, Minas Gerais, Pederneira mineRegional guide →
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collecting In Texas page 218

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Lepidolite
Mineral guide
Learn about Lepidolite
lilac-purple mica from granitic pegmatites, forming rosettes and ball clusters with silky luster; prized for color, form, and collecting appeal.
Lepidolite
Regional guide
Lepidolite from Pederneira Mine, Brazil
from Pederneira Mine, Brazil — lavender to pink mica in sparkling rosettes with elbaite tourmaline; Keké’s Pocket and vivid combination specimens.