1.5 Carat Kunzite (Marquise, 12.02×6.01mm, Light Purple)
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How big is a 1.5 carat marquise-cut Kunzite?
It depends on the cut parameters and length-to-width ratio, but a typical size of a 1.5ct marquise-cut Kunzite would be around 12.02×6.01 mm (±6%). The lw ratio of this Kunzite is 2. See below how big it looks on a ring and finger.
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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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Marquise |
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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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1.5 ct |
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Gram weight:
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0.3 g (0.0106 ounces) |
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Points:
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150 pts |
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Length:
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12.02 mm |
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Width:
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6.01 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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51.29 mm² |
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Volume:
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94.34 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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2 |
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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:
- 10ct Kunzite (Marquise, Light Violet, 22.96 x 11.48) vs. 10ct Emerald (Marquise, Green, 24.24 x 12.12)
- 1ct Kunzite (Marquise, Light Purple, 10.5 x 5.25) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.26 x 5.38)
- 40ct Kunzite (Marquise, Light Purple, 35.9 x 17.95) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.26 x 5.38)
- 2.7ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 10 x 7) vs. 3ct Ruby (Emerald, Red, 9 x 7)
- 1.5ct Tourmaline (Round, Light Red, 7.45 x 7.45) vs. 1.5ct Sapphire (Round, Light Blue, 6.84 x 6.84)
- 1ct Kyanite (Oval, Blue, 7.77 x 5.18) vs. 1ct Tanzanite (Oval, Blue, 8.07 x 5.38)
- 1ct Aquamarine (Oval, Light Blue, 8 x 6) vs. 1ct Spinel (Oval, Gray, 8 x 6)
- 6ct Morganite (Cushion, Light Red, 12 x 10) vs. 3.5ct Sapphire (Cushion, Blue, 8.49 x 8.49)
Use the simulator on this page to play around with different ring and finger configurations.