{"product_id":"lepidolite-with-aquamarine-sphere-minas-gerais-brazil","title":"Lepidolite with Aquamarine, Minas Gerais, Brazil","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis sphere pairs lepidolite's deep purple, finely micaceous texture with aquamarine's cool blue-green crystalline inclusions scattered through the matrix. The combination gives a striking two-tone effect, the purple lepidolite acting as a strong backdrop for the aquamarine's light, glassier accents. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLepidolite and aquamarine occurring together like this are a hallmark of the lithium-cesium-tantalum (LCT) pegmatites of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Minas Gerais is one of the world's most prolific sources of both minerals, with districts like Governador Valadares and the Araçuaí pegmatite province particularly known for producing lepidolite-rich pockets alongside gem-quality aquamarine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMetaphysically, lepidolite is one of the most recognized calming stones, valued for its natural lithium content and traditionally associated with easing anxiety, supporting emotional balance, and encouraging restful sleep. Aquamarine is associated with clarity, calm communication, and courage. Aquqmarine is traditionally regarded as a stone of soothing, flowing energy that helps quiet the mind and ease stress. Together, the pairing is often thought of as a gentle, grounding combination well suited to a meditation or bedside space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinerals: Lepidolite, Aquamarine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Minas Gerais, Brazil \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 3 inch diameter, 614g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: Sphere stand included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Polished, natural inclusions throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Atelier Lithic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48710041698516,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/9021\/0260\/files\/BBFFB29D-8247-4310-9E4F-43682144F4FD_1_201_a.heic?v=1789943937","url":"https:\/\/www.atelierlithic.com\/products\/lepidolite-with-aquamarine-sphere-minas-gerais-brazil","provider":"Atelier Lithic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}