1.25 Carat Kunzite (Oval, 8.91×5.94mm, Light Purple)
Color:
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How big is a 1.25 carat oval-cut Kunzite?
It depends on the cut parameters and length-to-width ratio, but a typical size of a 1.25ct oval-cut Kunzite would be around 8.91×5.94 mm (±6%). The lw ratio of this Kunzite is 1.5. See below how big it looks on a ring and finger.
Ring:
Skin tone:
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Ring width:
3.0 mm
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64 mm
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Ring |
Gold |
Skin tone |
Light |
Ring diameter |
16.9 mm |
Ring width |
3.0 mm |
Finger length |
64 mm |
Finger coverage |
36 % |
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Ring diameter:
16.9 mm
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Additional Info
Kunzite is a light purple or violet variety of the Spodumene mineral family. It was named in honor of mineralogist George F. Kunz, who first identified it in 1902. More intense colors are considered most valuable.
Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
Gem Details
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Name:
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Kunzite |
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Mineral Group:
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Spodumene |
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Shape:
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Oval |
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Chemical Formula:
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LiAlSi2O6 |
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Crystal Structure:
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Monoclinic |
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Hardness:
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6.5 - 7 |
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Specific Gravity
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3.18 |
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Carat weight:
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1.25 ct |
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Gram weight:
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0.25 g (0.0088 ounces) |
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Points:
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125 pts |
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Length:
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8.91 mm |
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Width:
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5.94 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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43.4 mm² |
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Volume:
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78.62 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1.5 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.66 - 1.68 |
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Luster:
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Vitreous |
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Wearability:
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Very good |
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Care Instructions:
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Avoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners |
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Color:
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Kunzite can be found in the following colors:
 
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Birthstone:
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Kunzite is not an official birthstone of any month |
Popular comparisons:
- 5ct Kunzite (Oval, Light Purple, 13.97 x 9.31) vs. 3ct Morganite (Emerald, Light Purple, 10.5 x 7.78)
- 1ct Kunzite (Oval, Light Red, 7 x 6) vs. 1ct Kunzite (Oval, Light Red, 8 x 5)
- 2ct Kunzite (Oval, Light Purple, 10.29 x 6.86) vs. 2ct Morganite (Oval, Light Purple, 10.86 x 7.24)
- 10.5ct Kunzite (Oval, Light Purple, 17.88 x 11.92) vs. 10.5ct Diamond (Oval, White, 17.78 x 11.85)
- 5ct Kunzite (Oval, Light Purple, 13.97 x 9.31) vs. 3.5ct Tanzanite (Pear, Blue, 13.45 x 8.1)
- 1ct Kunzite (Oval, Light Purple, 8.16 x 5.44) vs. 1ct Diamond (Oval, White, 8.12 x 5.41)
- 1ct Kunzite (Oval, Light Purple, 8.16 x 5.44) vs. 1ct Sapphire (Oval, Blue, 7.56 x 5.04)
- 3ct Kunzite (Oval, Light Purple, 11.78 x 7.85) vs. 3ct Diamond (Oval, White, 11.7 x 7.8)