Purpurite is a rare, manganese phosphate mineral with a distinctive purple to reddish-purple color, often displaying a dull or satiny luster. It has an orthorhombic crystal system and is relatively soft, scoring 4-4.5 on the Mohs hardness scale. Beyond its physical properties, purpurite is also associated with various metaphysical benefits, including enhancing intuition, promoting emotional healing, and facilitating spiritual growth.