Natural Yellow Kunzite Specimen — 22.75 g

A natural Yellow Kunzite (spodumene) specimen showing soft golden-yellow tones and transparent to translucent crystal faces. At 22.75 g, this is a bright, elegant piece with well-developed structure and clarity—ideal for collectors and educational display.

Why it’s interesting

• Rare colour variety: yellow kunzite is less common than pink and lilac, prized for its warm tone.
• Distinct crystal habit: typical spodumene prism with natural lustre and striations.
• Compact and display-friendly: lightweight size suited for drawer collections, trays or macro photography.

Details

• Mineral: Kunzite (spodumene)
• Form: Natural specimen
• Weight: approx. 22.75 g
• Colour: Yellow / golden
• Origin: Not specified
• Listing: 1 × specimen (as pictured)

Mineralogical notes

• Crystal system: monoclinic; typically forms elongated prismatic crystals.
• Lustre: vitreous; cleavage: perfect in one direction.
• Hardness: Mohs ~6.5–7.5.
• Transparency: transparent to translucent with possible internal veils and zoning.

Suggested uses

• Collector’s reference for spodumene varieties and crystal habit.
• Excellent for photography, study or cabinet display.
• Suitable for educational collections and gem/mineral identification sets.

Care

• Handle carefully; kunzite has perfect cleavage and can chip or split if knocked.
• Wipe gently with a soft cloth; avoid soaking, ultrasonic cleaning or harsh chemicals.
• Store separately or cushioned to protect crystal edges and faces.

Note: Natural kunzite shows zoning, internal veils and minor surface features—each specimen is one of a kind.

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