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Spodumene

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Gorgeous gem quality crystal of pinkish purple spodumene. This is the variety of the species many referred to as kunzite. In terrific condition all around and brightly fluorescent.

Product details

SpeciesSpodumene
SizeCabinet
Dimensions12.5 x 5.2 x 1.0 cm
Added on04/06/2025
LocalityAfghanistan, Nuristan, Mawi pegmatite

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
07/2025Unknown Owner$775.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Spodumene
Mineral guide
Learn about Spodumene
kunzite, hiddenite, and triphane varieties; vivid colors and pleochroism, formed in granitic pegmatites, with gem and specimen appeal and fragility.
Spodumene
Regional guide
Spodumene from Mawi Pegmatite, Afghanistan
from Mawi, Afghanistan: kunzite pink-to-lilac plus green, blue, yellow, and colorless crystals, valued for sharp prisms and strong pleochroism.