KUNZITE/HIDDENITE COLLECTION

Kunzite is a beautiful and popular gemstone variety of spodumene, prized for its delicate pink to violet color. 

Hiddenite is a rare and striking gemstone variety of spodumene, closely related to kunzite, but with a green color. 

Color:

• Pink to light violet (sometimes called lilac)
• Color may fade if exposed to prolonged sunlight
• Can show pleochroism, appearing different shades when viewed from different angles (pink, violet, or almost colorless)
• Green – ranges from pale lime to deep emerald green

Locations (Where It’s Found)

• Afghanistan – notable for fine pink crystals
• Brazil – a major source
• Madagascar – produces gem-quality stones
• United States – California and North Carolina
• Pakistan – smaller occurrences