Natural Kunzite Crystal | Kunar Valley, Afghanistan serrata Collector specimens

Collector specimens

Eocene (51

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Luster: Metallic and reflective

Natural Kunzite Crystal | Kunar Valley, Afghanistan serrata Collector specimensThis lovely specimen displays the pleochroism that the mineral is known for. It ranges from translucent to lilac under natural lighting. The colors intensify with base lighting, but it is not recommended to leave like this for long periods of time at the risk of fading the colors. Specimen approx. dimensions: 4. 25" x 2. 25" x 1. 25" Kunzite is the best known variety of spodumene, a lithium aluminum silicate mineral. Its named after mineralogist