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Kunzit

Kunzit-Edelstein

  
Colors of the gemstoneKunzites are clearly transparent stones. Their color varies between almost complete colorlessness to dark purple, with a pinkish-red coloration caused by manganese admixtures. The most beautiful and sought-after kunzites are a deep pink color with a bluish tinge.
Varieties
  • Kunzite: The main variety of the mineral spodumene. From pale pink to light purple shades.
  • Hiddenite: Green to yellowish green variety.
  • Triphan: Yellow variety.
  • Origin of name: Kunzite owes its name to the gemologist George Frederick Kunz, who discovered it in Pala, California, USA, in 1903.
EntstehungKunzite is formed in pegmatite rocks. These contain spodumene and belong to the tourmaline group;
OccurrenceThe main suppliers of good kunzites are the USA, where they are mined together with tourmaline minerals in pegmatites. Other deposits are located in Minas Gerais (Brazil), Afghanistan, Madagascar and Finland.
Chemistry and mineralogy
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  • Chemical formula: Kunzite is a variety of the mineral spodumene (LiAl(SiO3)2)
  • Build-up: Crystalline structure with pleochroic color changes.
HardenessThe Mohs hardness of kunzite is around 6.5-7. It is well suited for the scratch test with minerals such as quartz or feldspar.
Assignment to chakrasKunzite is associated with the heart chakra. It is said to open the heart and connect it with the spirit.
AffirmationKunzite affirmation: "I open my heart to love and healing."
UseKunzite has been used as a gemstone since the Stone Age right up to the present day. Its soft colors and radiant shine make it popular. However, note its sensitivity to heat and pressure when cutting and setting.
  
Kunzit Tumbled Stones
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Kunzite beads gemstone bracelet 8mm
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Kunzite Stone Pendant 28mm
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Kunzite pendant AA
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Kunzite Tumbled Stone Pendant with Loop sterlingsilver
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Kunzite Tumbled Stones 50g
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