Kunzite

Kunzite, an attractive pink gemstone whose age is just over a year, was popularized by the jeweler George Frederick Kunz in 1902 in California. Though the stone is relatively very young, it is very much in demand. The gemstone Kunzite comes in soft hues of pink and purple and is a form of the mineral called Spodumene.

Darker colors of this stone are produced by cutting them at certain angles but Kunzite being susceptible to chips makes the cutting proposition rather difficult. Therefore, the deeper the shade, the more expensive it gets. A negative point of this stone is that it loses its color when placed under harsh light. So it should not be exposed to sunlight for a length of time.

The contemporary reserves of Kunzite are at:

While buying this Gemstone one should pay attention to the color first and then go for the clarity. The lilac/purple Kunzites score over the pink ones. Kunzite shows properties of pleochroism , as 2 or more colors are seen from the various angles of the stone.

Utility

1.Kunzite is used mainly in pendants and not used for necklaces and rings.

2.It is also employed to make chunky decorative pieces as big stones can be afforded easily.

3. It is believed to have certain medicinal properties like inducing mental calm, reducing mental exertion and anxiety.

This gemstone with its beautiful color, crystalline appearance and restorative qualities is sure to tug the hearts of a million people.