Lepidolite Carving with Garnet, Carnelian, Sonoran Ryolite and Sterling Silver Pendant

* Custom Carved Lepidolite Pendant - 2 1/2" x 2" * 26" - 22" Adjustable slip knot * 4mm cording A simple design that is all about the Lepidolite carving. Lepidolite as a mineral lacks the hardness and tenacity to be a good gem material. However, it is sometimes impregnated with quartz, and that gives it durability. Lepidolite impregnated with quartz makes an attractive pink to purple gemstone, but what makes these stones even more desirable are the bright flashes that occur when the mica cleavage surfaces reflect light. This piece has a rich purple color with lots of mica flash!!