{"product_id":"lepidolite-freestanding-rose-crystal-carving","title":"Lepidolite Freestanding Rose Crystal Carving","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLepidolite Freestanding Rose Carving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rose carving in lepidolite, cut and polished to stand freely without a separate base or stand. Lepidolite has a naturally layered, almost flaky surface quality — a product of its mica structure — and the rose form works with that texture rather than against it, the carved petals picking up the natural shimmer and slight variation in the material's surface. The colour sits in the characteristic lavender to soft purple range lepidolite is known for, with the mica flakes catching light across the petals. A carving where the material choice and the form genuinely complement each other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStone Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLepidolite is a lithium-bearing mica mineral — it is one of the most significant lithium-containing minerals and forms in granite pegmatites alongside other lithium-rich species such as tourmaline and spodumene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lavender to purple colouration comes from manganese content within the crystal structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe characteristic shimmer is caused by the reflective flat cleavage surfaces of the mica plates within the stone — the same mechanism behind the sheen in all mica group minerals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLepidolite sits at Mohs 2.5–3 on the cleavage plane — a relatively soft mineral; handle the carved surfaces with care to avoid chipping or surface loss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Folklore Properties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLepidolite is one of the most consistently cited stones for anxiety, stress relief, and emotional regulation in crystal folklore — frequently recommended for sleep and overstimulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rose form carries traditional associations with love, beauty, and the heart across virtually every culture that has used it symbolically\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural lepidolite, carved rose form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreestanding — no stand required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the exact item shown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBedside or desk display piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalm and anxiety relief work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeart or crown chakra practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA meaningful gift — the combination of form and material makes this one of the more considered carving choices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColours may vary slightly depending on lighting conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural crystals may have inclusions and surface variation — lepidolite's layered structure means some natural surface texture is expected\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease allow 1–3mm difference due to manual measurement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotos taken to best represent true colours; may vary slightly in natural light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuestions? Send us a message — we'll get back to you as soon as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Glade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59910540427648,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0636\/7616\/files\/3A2913C3-083F-437D-8B0A-DA5A997EC410.jpg?v=1789651137","url":"https:\/\/crystalglade.com\/products\/lepidolite-freestanding-rose-crystal-carving","provider":"Crystal Glade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}