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Lepidolite

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Also known as lilac lepidolite or lilac stone, Lepidolite is an important source of lithium, the lightest metal in the world. It is used in rechargeable batteries, cell phones, toasters, microwave ovens, air purifiers, airplane parts and is well known as a mood stabilizer.

 

Chemical formula: Basic aluminum fluorosilicate of potassium, lithium, K (Li, Al) 2-3 (AlSi3O10) (O, OH, F) 2.

Chemical class: Phyllosilicates.

Trace elements: Lithium, Potassium, Aluminum, Silicon.

Family: Micas.

Crystal system: Monoclinic.

Colors: Pale purple, pink, purple, gray, sometimes colorless.

Hardness: 3 on the mohs scale.

Luster: Glassy, ​​pearly.

Line: White

Deposits: The main Lepidolite deposits are found in Brazil, Russia, Afghanistan, the United States (California), Canada and Madagascar.

 

 

History:

 

Lepidolite was discovered in 1861 by Robert Bunsen and Gustav Kirchhoff. Originally called "lilalite" because of its lavender-lilac color, it was then named "lepidolite" from the Greek "lépidos" (which means "shell") because of its scaly appearance caused by flakes of lithium.

 

 

Physical virtues:

 

Lepidolite would be advised for problems of anxiety, anxiety, depression. It would be beneficial for insomnia, skin problems and would strengthen the immune system. Associated with a ghost quartz , it would be useful to help us to live the big changes of our life. It would strengthen the energy of the liver and kidneys, strengthen the muscles of the back and relieve joint pain. Lepidolite is also one of the protective stones against electromagnetic pollution.

 

 

Psychic virtues:

 

A transition stone, Lepidolite helps release and reorganize old behavioral and psychological patterns, gently inducing changes. It brings deep emotional healing, soothes and reduces stress and depression, and gives us the courage to make the decisions that are right for us. Lepidolite dispels negativity and insists on being used for the greater good. It opens the crown chakra, eliminating blockages and bringing cosmic awareness. Lepidolite facilitates astral travel and directs us towards the future, focusing on the thoughts and feelings of other lives that create a blockage in our life now.

 

 

Chakras:

 

Third Eye Chakra, Coronal Chakra.

 

 

Purification:

 

Pure water.

 

 

Charge :

 

Sun or Quartz Geode.

 

 

Zodiac:

 

Balance.

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