Front view of pale pink striated kunzite mounted upright on a black display base

Kunzite Pale Pink Bladed Crystal from Afghanistan

$35.00
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Front view of pale pink striated kunzite mounted upright on a black display base
  • Front view of pale pink striated kunzite mounted upright on a black display base
  • Narrow side view of the translucent pink kunzite crystal on its display base
  • Reverse broad face of pale lavender-pink kunzite showing fine vertical striations
  • Opposite edge view showing the slender bladed profile of the pink kunzite crystal
  • Pale pink kunzite specimen mounted on a black base beneath a clear protective cover
  • Front view of pale pink striated kunzite mounted upright on a black display base
  • Narrow side view of the translucent pink kunzite crystal on its display base
  • Reverse broad face of pale lavender-pink kunzite showing fine vertical striations
  • Opposite edge view showing the slender bladed profile of the pink kunzite crystal
  • Pale pink kunzite specimen mounted on a black base beneath a clear protective cover
Kunzite Pale Pink Bladed Crystal from Afghanistan

Kunzite Pale Pink Bladed Crystal from Afghanistan

$35.00

About This Specimen

This Afghan kunzite is an elongated, blade-like crystal fragment with pale lavender-pink color and strong vertical striations across its broad faces. Its narrow side profile contrasts with the wider front view, while transparent to translucent areas admit light through the crystal.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Kunzite (pink spodumene) mineral specimen
  • Locality: Afghanistan
  • Form & Structure: Elongated, bladed single-crystal fragment with longitudinal striations and incomplete or cleaved ends
  • Color: Very pale pink to lavender-pink, becoming nearly colorless through portions of the broad faces
  • Rarity: Uncommon as a collectible crystal specimen; kunzite is sought after, although the species is not considered rare
  • Mohs Hardness: 6.5–7
  • Luster: Vitreous, with pearly reflections possible on cleavage surfaces
  • Chemical Formula: LiAlSi2O6
  • Specimen Size: Miniature
  • Dimensions: 2.7 × 0.5 × 4.9 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 13.0 g (mineral only)
  • Total / Display Weight: 63.4 g

About Kunzite

Kunzite is the pink to lilac variety of spodumene, a lithium aluminum silicate that crystallizes in the monoclinic system. Its color is generally associated with trace manganese, and crystals commonly show elongated habits, pronounced lengthwise striations, and perfect cleavage that makes careful handling important.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In modern crystal traditions, kunzite is associated with compassion, emotional openness, tranquility, and heart-centered intention-setting. Some collectors use its gentle pink color as a visual focus during meditation or keep it as a symbolic display piece. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The broad, finely striated faces and slender blade-like profile give this piece a different appearance as it is viewed from each side. Its delicate lavender-pink color presents attractively against the included-style black display base and beneath the clear protective cover shown.

Exact specimen pictured. You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.

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