Crystal Encyclopedia
Kunzite
KUHN-zite
Pink Spodumene
Hardness
6.5–7
System
Monoclinic
Family
Spodumene
Formula
LiAlSi2O6
Rarity
Uncommon
Planet
Venus
Chakra
Heart
Element
Water
Water
Safe
Sun
High
Toxicity
Non-toxic
Did You Know?
Discovered in the early 20th century.
Quick Learn
What is Kunzite used for?
Kunzite is commonly used for emotional healing, unconditional love, heart opening.
Can Kunzite go in water?
Kunzite is rated: Safe.
What chakra is Kunzite?
Kunzite resonates with the Heart chakra.
Scientific Data
Formula
LiAlSi2O6
Crystal System
Monoclinic
Mineral Family
Spodumene
Composition
Lithium aluminum silicate
Origin Regions
Afghanistan, Brazil, Madagascar, USA
Formation
Pegmatitic
Colors
Pale pink to lilac
Mohs Hardness
6.5–7
Metaphysical Properties
"I open gently to love."
Geological Profile
A pink variety of spodumene colored by manganese
Care & Cleansing
Care Instructions
Avoid sunlight; fades
Cleansing Methods
Moonlight, sound
Historical Use
Discovered in the early 20th century.
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