Polished Kunzite Faceted Freeform

USD $106.00

SKU: P5000

This is a Polished Kunzite Freeform from Afghanistan. The color is incredible and has multiple layers of depth from rich deep hues to light. The form has been cut and polished into and angular freeform and can stand many different directions! A white background photo has been included to help better gauge the color.

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Weight –15.90 oz’s – 450.8 gm’s

Dimensions –3.790″ – 2.429″ tall/wide (9.627 – 6.170 mm’s)

Country of Origin –Afghanistan

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Kunzite Origins & Background

Kunzite is the pink to lilac variety of the mineral Spodumene, a lithium aluminum silicate best known for forming large, well-terminated crystals. It was first identified in the early 20th century and named in honor of gemologist George Frederick Kunz.

Kunzite is prized for its gentle coloration, clarity, and strong energetic presence. It commonly forms as elongated, prismatic crystals with flat terminations and may range from pale blush pink through deep rose and violet tones.

Major sources include Afghanistan, Pakistan, Brazil, Madagascar, and the United States. Afghanistan has become especially significant in recent years due to the discovery of a rare and powerful violet variety.

Green Spodumene, known as Hiddenite, belongs to the same mineral family but expresses a very different energetic profile and is treated as a separate variety.

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Kunzite Geological Information

Kunzite is a lithium-rich silicate mineral that forms in granitic pegmatites—environments known for producing exceptionally large and well-formed crystals. The pink to violet coloration is caused by trace amounts of manganese within the crystal lattice.

Kunzite often exhibits excellent clarity and may be transparent to translucent. Crystals are typically prismatic and may occur as single terminations or double terminated forms, particularly in high-quality Afghan material.

Spodumene crystals show strong cleavage and should be handled with care despite their visual robustness.

Physical Properties

Property Value
Mineral Species Spodumene (Kunzite variety)
Chemical Formula LiAl(SiO₃)₂
Crystal System Monoclinic
Hardness (Mohs Scale) 6.5–7
Luster Vitreous
Transparency Transparent to translucent
Typical Habit Prismatic, often terminated
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Kunzite Crystal Care & Ownership Advice

⚠️ Handling:
Kunzite has good hardness but distinct cleavage. Avoid impacts or pressure along flat faces.

🧼 Cleaning:
Brief water rinsing is acceptable. Avoid prolonged soaking and ultrasonic cleaners. Dry thoroughly.

☀️ Light:
Kunzite is light-sensitive. Prolonged exposure to strong sunlight may fade its color. Store away from direct light.

📦 Storage & Display:
Store wrapped or cushioned. Display in shaded or indoor lighting conditions.

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Kunzite Metaphysical Properties

Kunzite is a crystal of the Heart Chakra, known for opening pathways of compassion, emotional honesty, and spiritual esteem. Its energy is soft yet deeply penetrating, encouraging connection without emotional overwhelm.

Heart Communication & Emotional Expression

Kunzite aids communication by gently opening the heart center. This allows thoughts and feelings to be expressed with sincerity, empathy, and calm presence. When used intentionally, it helps bridge emotional understanding between people.

Compassion, Grief & Emotional Soothing

Kunzite is especially supportive during periods of grief, loss, or emotional distress. It encourages self-compassion and softens harsh self-judgment, allowing emotions to move and release naturally.

It is also effective for soothing anger, easing emotional tension, and restoring inner calm.

Spiritual Esteem & Intuition

Kunzite provides a strong boost to spiritual confidence and intuition. It encourages trust in one’s inner guidance and fosters a sense of worthiness when engaging in spiritual or intuitive work.

Physical Support & Elixir Use

Traditionally, Kunzite is associated with supporting the cardiovascular system. It is believed to enhance circulation, improve blood supply, and assist with tissue regeneration. When used as an elixir, its influence is considered gentle but deeply nourishing.

Violet Kunzite — Advanced Transformation

A rare violet variety of Kunzite discovered in Afghanistan carries an especially high transformational frequency. Violet Kunzite is often associated with working consciously with the Violet Flame, a method used for dissolving karmic patterns and inherited bloodline energies.

Some Violet Kunzite specimens display pink and green zoning, combining:

  • Pink — self-worth and heart healing
  • Green — forgiveness and emotional balance
  • Violet — transmutation and spiritual alchemy

Many Violet Kunzites are double terminated, allowing simultaneous release of old patterns while receiving new energetic structures. This dual flow significantly accelerates personal transformation.

Practical Exercise — Heart-to-Flame Alignment

  • Place Kunzite on the heart chakra.
  • Focus on steady breathing.
  • Visualize soft light expanding outward.
  • For Violet Kunzite, imagine a violet flame gently dissolving outdated patterns.

Kunzite Crystal Pairings & Synergy

Kunzite works beautifully with
Black Tourmaline
to ground emotional work,
Clear Quartz
to amplify heart intention,
and grounding stones to stabilize deep transformation.

Kunzite Cleansing & Charging — Gentle & Intentional

⚠️ Important:
Kunzite prefers subtle, loving handling rather than aggressive cleansing.

Recommended crystal-safe options:

  • Moonlight: short exposure only.
  • Sound: gentle tones.
  • Intention: heart-focused meditation.

Summary

Kunzite is a crystal of compassion, emotional healing, and spiritual confidence. From soothing grief and calming anger to enabling profound self-transformation through Violet Kunzite, it offers a gentle yet powerful path of heart-centered alchemy and intuitive growth.

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