Such unassuming stones ... but under UV light, they're a spectacular light show!
 
Yooperlite is a fascinating fluorescent rock found primarily in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The name combines "Yooper," the nickname for people who call the Upper Peninsula home, and "lite," a nod to the stone's remarkable glow. Yooperlite gained widespread attention after being identified by rockhound Erik Rintamaki in 2017.
 
At first glance, it may look like an ordinary gray stone. Shine a UV light on it, however, and bright yellow-orange patterns suddenly come to life. That dramatic glow comes from sodalite within the rock, which fluoresces under ultraviolet light and creates the effect that made Yooperlite famous.
 
Even in daylight, Yooperlite has plenty of character, with natural patterns, textures, and colors that make every piece a little different. It's become a favorite among collectors, rockhounds, and anyone who enjoys showing off a stone with a hidden surprise.
 
Metaphysically, Yooperlite is often connected to curiosity, insight, self-expression, and discovering what lies beneath the surface. Many people work with it as a reminder that there's often more to ourselves—and the world around us—than first meets the eye.
 
               Dimensions                    Weight
A            .5"-1"                                  .30-.50 oz
B            .75"-1.25"                         .51-.99 oz
C            1"-1.5"                                1.0-1.49 oz
 
Chakras: Third Eye
Zodiac: All
Mohs: 5.5-6