3 Carat Kunzite Emerald (9.94×7.36mm, Light Purple)
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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.
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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 Class:
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Spodumene |
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Shape:
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Emerald |
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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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3 ct |
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Gram weight:
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0.6 g (0.0212 ounces) |
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Points:
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300 pts |
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Length:
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9.94 mm |
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Width:
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7.36 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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68.04 mm² |
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Volume:
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188.68 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1.35 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.66 - 1.68 |
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Cleavage:
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1,2 - prismatic |
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Luster:
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Vitreous |
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Birefringence:
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0.015 |
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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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Birthstone:
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Kunzite is not an official birthstone for any month |
Popular comparisons:
- 12ct Kunzite (Emerald, Light Purple, 15.78 x 11.69) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 25ct Kunzite (Emerald, Light Violet, 20.16 x 14.93) vs. 25ct Emerald (Emerald, Light Green , 21.29 x 15.77)
- 6.55ct Kunzite (Emerald, Light Purple, 13.1 x 8.8) vs. 1.9ct Morganite (Oval, Light Brown, 10 x 7.5)
- 11.3ct Kunzite (Emerald, Light Violet, 13 x 11) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 5.78ct Kunzite (Emerald, Light Purple, 12.37 x 9.16) vs. 2.47ct Kunzite (Princess, Light Purple, 7.84 x 7.84)
- 2.32ct Kunzite (Emerald, Light Purple, 9.13 x 6.76) vs. 2.47ct Kunzite (Princess, Light Purple, 7.84 x 7.84)
- 11.3ct Kunzite (Emerald, Light Purple, 13 x 11) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 11.3ct Kunzite (Emerald, Light Purple, 13 x 11) vs. 2.4ct Tourmaline (Princess, Bluish Green, 8 x 8)
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