Named after George Frederick Kunz, who discovered it in Connecticut, USA in 1902, Kunzite is lilac-pink colored stone, which is colored by manganese. Kunzite is found in big crystals and has a perfect cleavage structure. Kunzite shows strong pleochroism, which is easily seen, showing body color and colorless when viewed from different directions.

Locations:

The main deposits of Kunzite are Madagascar, USA, Canada, Mexico, CIS, Sweden, Burma and Brazil.

Chemical Composition: Lithium Aluminum Silicate
Crystal Structure: Monoclinic
Hardness: 7
Specific Gravity: 3.18
Refractive Index: 1.66-1.67
Colors: Pinkish violet to light violet.
Luster: Vitreous

Astrological Relevance:

Kunzite is considered as one of the birthstones for the zodiac signs of Taurus (April 20 To May 21), Leo (July 22 To August 22) and Scorpio (October 23 To November 21).