description Kunzite Overview
Kunzite is a pink, lilac, or violet variety of spodumene, a lithium aluminum silicate mineral that also occurs in colorless, green, and yellow forms. Its color is commonly associated with trace manganese, and the gem is strongly pleochroic, showing different colors or intensities when viewed from different directions. Kunzite is used mainly in jewelry and is known for its pale pastel appearance.
help Kunzite FAQ
What is kunzite made of?
Kunzite is a pink, lilac, or violet variety of spodumene. Spodumene is a lithium aluminum silicate mineral.
Why is kunzite pink or purple?
Its color is commonly linked to trace amounts of manganese in the crystal. Kunzite can also occur in colorless, green, and yellow forms.
What does pleochroism look like in kunzite?
Kunzite is strongly pleochroic, so it can show different color intensities when viewed from different directions. A cut stone may look pinker or more violet depending on its orientation.
Is kunzite a durable gemstone for everyday rings?
Kunzite is attractive but requires care because spodumene can be scratched or damaged more easily than very hard gems such as sapphire. Its strong pleochroism also means a cutter must choose the orientation carefully.
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