Bicolour kunzite Crystal - Height: 114 mm - Width: 86 mm- 649 g - (1)

Kunzite is a variety of the mineral spodumene, distinguished by its beautiful pink to violet colors caused by trace amounts of manganese. Bicolour kunzite specimens showcase distinct zones of color within a single crystal, often blending shades of pink and lavender in striking patterns. Measuring over 11 centimeters in height, such crystals are remarkable not only for their size but for their vibrant hues and clarity. Kunzite is prized both as a collector's mineral and as a gemstone, favored for its brilliant fluorescence under ultraviolet light, which can enhance its color vibrancy. Its relatively perfect cleavage planes make it somewhat fragile, so careful handling is important. Found in granite pegmatites, kunzite represents a special phase of crystal growth where conditions favored manganese incorporation. Bicolour specimens exemplify complex growth histories and can make captivating focal pieces in mineral collections or lapidary projects.