This is a large specimen of lepidolite crystal seating on a black metal base, included in the price. The crystal measures 16.5 inches high without base and 22.5 inches with the base, and it is 12 inches wide at the widest point.
 
Lepidolite a beautiful stone with lilac, grey, pink and purple tones and is a rare lithium-rich member of the mica family of minerals. When impregnated with quartz, it can be hard enough to cut and shape to be used in jewelry. Lepidolite is an important ingredient in aventurine, also a quartz gem.