{"product_id":"natural-pink-kunzite-crystal-from-afghanistan-20-4g-mineral-specimen","title":"Natural Pink Kunzite Crystal from Afghanistan – 20.4g Mineral Specimen","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"389\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis natural \u003cstrong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"152\"\u003epink kunzite crystal from Afghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e weighs 20.4 grams and measures approximately 39 × 22 × 12 mm. Its soft pink color and compact crystal form make it a strong choice for mineral collectors, crystal displays, or anyone building a collection of natural spodumene specimens.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eKunzite is the pink to violet variety of spodumene, a lithium aluminum silicate mineral known for its delicate color and strong pleochroism, meaning the crystal can show different shades when viewed from different directions. Afghanistan is an important source of gem-quality kunzite and other pegmatite minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"11i65uf\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"728\"\u003eMineral Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spodumene\u003cbr data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"755\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kunzite\u003cbr data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink\u003cbr data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"796\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eChemical Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lithium aluminum silicate, LiAlSi₂O₆\u003cbr data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"880\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic\u003cbr data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"894\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7\u003cbr data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous\u003cbr data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"944\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"961\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent to translucent\u003cbr data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afghanistan\u003cbr data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20.4 grams\u003cbr data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 39 × 22 × 12 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eKunzite is valued for its natural pink coloration, vitreous luster, and crystal structure. Because it has perfect cleavage, specimens should be handled carefully and protected from impact. Prolonged exposure to strong sunlight may also cause some kunzite specimens to fade over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dkqaq7\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eMetaphysical Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003eIn crystal traditions, kunzite is associated with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003elove, emotional balance, compassion, calmness, and heart-centered energy\u003c\/strong\u003e. Many crystal enthusiasts use pink kunzite during meditation or intention-setting and believe it supports emotional openness, self-love, and peaceful communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003eThese metaphysical associations are based on traditional crystal beliefs and are not intended as medical or therapeutic claims.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Empire Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67588542726275,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/3974\/2083\/files\/UN-0772_1.jpg?v=1790486888","url":"https:\/\/crystalempiregems.com\/products\/natural-pink-kunzite-crystal-from-afghanistan-20-4g-mineral-specimen","provider":"Crystal Empire Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}