Kunzite Gemstone Guide

Kunzite is a delicate pastel treasure that displays an enchanting spectrum of purplish violet-pink hues and exceptional light performance. At Tivon, we select only the top 5% of loose natural gemstones from this spodumene family because its unique crystal structure makes it notoriously difficult to cut and shape. Named after the famous gem specialist George Frederick Kunz who first described it in the early twentieth century, this magnificent stone is deeply cherished for its ability to bring a soothing feeling of relaxation and keep anxiety at bay.

Read below to explore the unique global geography, essential care procedures regarding sunlight fading and core value factors behind this exquisite mineral variety in our comprehensive Kunzite Gemstone Guide. Alternatively, view our masterfully curated Kunzite jewellery collection to discover our breathtaking statement pieces, including luxury Kunzite rings and exquisite Kunzite pendants, each designed to stand as a personal family legacy.

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About Kunzite

What colour is Kunzite?

Kunzite is purplish violet-pink.

Where does the name Kunzite derive from?

Kunsite is named after its patron, jeweller and gemstone specialist, G. F. Kunz who became the first person to give a comprehensive description of this stone in 1902.

What is the symbolism of Kunzite?

The symbolism of Kunzite is feelings of relaxation, serene composure and keeps moods of depression and anxiety at bay.

What gemstone family does Kunzite belong to?

Kunzite belongs to the Spodumene family of gemstones.

What is the hardness of Kunzite?

Kunzite's hardness is 6.0-7.0 on Moh’s Scale and has a soft but robust structure. Kunzite is extremely difficult to cut and/or to re-cut.

Is Kunzite considered a collector's gemstone?

Kunzite is highly celebrated as an insider's collector gem, revered for its remarkable optical properties. Connoisseurs are drawn to Kunzite not only for its delicate evening-pastel pink and lilac tones, but for its intense, multi-dimensional trichroic fire. Because it takes exceptional skill for a lapidary to cut raw Kunzite to reveal its deepest saturation without fracturing the crystal, flawless, richly saturated specimens are highly sought-after.

Explore our other highly coveted collector's treasures and discover the distinctive appeal of varieties like phenomenal color-shifting Alexandrite, rare, pink-sherry Imperial Topaz, electric-orange Mandarin Garnet, legendary neon Paraíba Tourmaline, deep raspberry-fire Rubellite Tourmaline, the crisp brilliance of Spinel and the intensely vivid Tsavorite.

Where is Kunzitegeographically located?

Kunzite comes from Brazil, Madagascar, Afghanistan and USA.

What is the cleaning procedure for Kunzite?

Clean Kunzite carefully using warm (not hot) soapy water. Kunzite must not be cleaned ultrasonically or by steam cleaning. Kunzite may fade if exposed to sunlight for long periods of time so you shouldn’t wear your Kunzite while sunbathing or when using a tanning bed.

What are the value factors of Kunzite?

Kunzite's value factors are its rarity, intensity of colour as well as its brilliance and the "life" of the stone. The size of the stone also counts as a value factor.