
Spodumene specimens for sale
255 for sale · $45–$15,000 USD
440 in the gallery
Spodumene is a lithium aluminum silicate mineral that crystallizes in monoclinic systems, commonly forming elongated to prismatic crystals with a vitreous luster. Its coloration ranges from colorless to pinkish, yellow, and green, with emerald-green hiddenite and purple-violet kunzite among its well-known varieties. Habit is typically prismatic or tabular, and crystals can be quite large, making striking specimens for display and study.
- Formula
- LiAlSi2O6
- Rarity
- Common
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- High Interest
- Classification notes
- Silicate mineral; inosilicate (pyroxene group)
Key characteristics
- Crystal system
- monoclinic
- Mohs hardness
- 6.5–7
- Specific gravity
- 3.03–3.23
- Luster
- vitreous, pearly
- Transparency
- transparent, translucent
- Color
- colorless, white, gray, yellow, green, pink, violet
- Streak
- white
- Cleavage
- perfect
- Fracture
- uneven, subconchoidal
- Crystal habit
- prismatic, tabular, bladed, massive, granular
- Gem mineral
- Light-sensitive
- Classic / historic
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View all 255Where Spodumene is found
Top localities
- Mawi pegmatite22 specimens
- Nuristan15 specimens
- Afghanistan11 specimens
- Dara-e-Pech District11 specimens
- Minas Gerais10 specimens
- Pala Chief Mine10 specimens
- Laghman9 specimens
- Resplendor9 specimens
- Elizabeth R. Mine7 specimens
- Dara-e-Pech pegmatite field6 specimens
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Spodumene from Paprok, Afghanistan
Paprok, Afghanistan: renowned for gem spodumene with kunzite, triphane, and hiddenite; a lithium-rich pegmatite locality prized by collectors for refined cryst…Read guide
Spodumene from Pala Mining District, USA
Spodumene from the Pala Mining District, USA - kunzite colors from rose to lilac, strong pleochroism, sharp bladed crystals, and pocket-pegmatite allure.Read guide
Spodumene from Mawi Pegmatite, Afghanistan
Spodumene from Mawi, Afghanistan: kunzite pink-to-lilac plus green, blue, yellow, and colorless crystals, valued for sharp prisms and strong pleochroism.Read guideAbout Spodumene
Notable localities include Afghanistan, the western United States, Brazil, Tanzania, and Mozambique, where high-quality crystals have attracted collectors and researchers alike. Spodumene from pegmatites often accompanies other lithium-bearing minerals, contributing to its allure for its association with economically important deposits as well as its aesthetic charm. Kunzite, an intensely shaded pink variety, and hiddenite, a deep green form, are especially sought after by mineral enthusiasts for their vibrant color and rare beauty.
Collectors prize spodumene for its clarity, color play under light, and the dramatic growth bands seen in many specimens. The mineral’s combination of size, color, and classic mineral habit makes well-formed crystals a memorable addition to any cabinet, while pocket collectors appreciate the chance to encounter specimens from renowned pegmatite fields.





















