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Kunzite

MOH's scale of hardness : 6-1/2 to 7	Specific Gravity : 3.16-3.20
Refractive Index : 1.655-1.680	Double Refraction : +0.015

Kunzite, named after George F. Kunz, the noted Gemologist for Tiffany & Company, in 1902, is probably the best known member of the Spodumene mineral family. Our source for these beautiful, transparent, faceted stones is Brazil. This Violet-Pink Gem is frequently encountered in very large sizes and in deep cut Gems as a way of maximizing the color. Smaller stones, those under 10 Carats, will usually have lighter color than larger ones.
TREATMENTS - The very nature of Kunzite requires it's color to be enhanced and stabilized by Irradiation followed by Heat treatment. Caution should be exercised regarding exposure to sunlight, however, since the color can become faded.
CARE - Jewelry featuring Kunzite should not be cleaned in an ultrasonic or steam cleaner. We recommend Ionic Cleaners and/or warm, soapy water and a soft brush as the best way to clean Kunzite.

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