Locality: Nigeria
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Color: Kunzite typically ranges from pale pink to light violet, but it can also exhibit other hues like light green or yellow when exposed to heat or radiation.
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Hardness: Kunzite has a hardness of around 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale. While this makes it suitable for jewelry, it's not as hard as some other gemstones like diamonds or sapphires, so care should be taken to avoid scratches and impact.
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Clarity: Kunzite can vary in clarity from transparent to translucent. Generally, clearer stones are more valuable.
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Luster: Kunzite exhibits a vitreous luster, giving it a shiny appearance when polished.
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Density: The density of kunzite typically ranges around 3.18 to 3.20 g/cm³.
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Metaphysical Properties: Kunzite is often associated with emotional healing, love, and peace. It's believed to help release negative energy and promote feelings of joy and inner peace. Some also attribute it with the ability to enhance creativity and intuition.
Photos have not been edited or altered, just taken in different daylight conditions to show the variation in color. Pieces are held in hand to help with scale and does not necessarily represent 1 pound. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.