KUNZITE

ARCHANGELS:

Jophiel and Raguel

COLOURS:

pink, indigo, transparent, yellow and green

THE ORIGINS:

Kunzite owes its name to George Fredrik Kunz, an American gemologist as well as the first scholar to identify and describe this gemstone in the early 1900s.

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Geological origin

Kunzite forms in pegmatites, igneous rocks rich in rare minerals and large crystals. Its pink colour is due to the presence of manganese, and it can discolour with prolonged exposure to sunlight due to its sensitivity to light.

This stone is often mined together with other gemstones such as tourmaline, lepidolite and quartz, and is distinguished by its vitreous luster, an optical effect called pleochroism (showing different colours depending on the angle of observation), and a certain fragility, which requires care in its use.

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Main deposits

Kunzite is mined in various parts of the world, with known deposits in:

• Afghanistan - provides some of the most intense and transparent specimens

• Pakistan - particularly in the mountainous regions of the north

• Brazil - important source of large crystals

• Madagascar - produces good quality Kunzite with pinkish-violet hues

• United States - especially in California, the original area of its discovery

• Myanmar - occasionally provides rare crystals

It is curious to know that it was the Greeks who coined the term spodumene, i.e. the mineral species to which kunzite belongs, and with the word "spodòs," whose translation is"ash," they alluded to the slightly greyish hue characteristic of these gems. This shade is most visible in specimens when they are in their rough state. However, these gems are also used industrially, both to extract lithium metal and in the ceramic manufacturing process.

Although spodumene was discovered as a mining variety in 1877, it took two years to ascertain that kunzite and hiddenite were also exactly the same mineral.

In the field of crystal therapy kunzite is highly valued as it is believed to have the ability to align body, mind and spirit while instilling a pleasurable feeling of inner peace, thereby improving mood and raising self-esteem.

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PROPERTIES, CHARACTERISTICS AND BENEFITS:

This stone helps create balanced relationships, reducing stress and separation on an individual level promotes peace between beings.

With its feminine energy it removes layers of pain by amplifying unconditional love, leading the being to feel more self-confidence by removing barriers with others.

Kunzite is a pink or lilac-coloured lithium and aluminum mineral belonging to the Spodumene family. This stone is considered a New Age stone, capable of teaching people to see the energy of Divine Love in every aspect of reality. Kunzite brings calm and emotional balance, releasing negative thoughts, fears, worries and insecurity. It promotes letting go of past suffering and pain and brings joy into one's life. In addition, Kunzite is helpful in developing the flexibility, self-discipline and perseverance needed in completing challenging tasks.

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USAGE:

Kunzite is a stone that can be used in a variety of ways. Placed on the heart chakra, it works on emotions by developing love and acceptance for youreself and making you feel worthy of deserving the best from life. In addition, Kunzite is useful for dissolving emotional rigidity, counteracting hatred, envy and jealousy, promoting openness and selfless availability to others and attracting love. Kunzite can also be used in meditation to dissolve negative emotions or bring mental clarity. In addition, it can be kept in the work environment or in the car to help relax in traffic jams and protect driving.

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Affinities with the zodiac signs

Although kunzite does not appear in official astrological lists, it particularly matches the signs of:

• Scorpio: heart opening and promotes forgiveness, for themselves and others.

• Taurus: softens stubbornness, boosts self-esteem and invites more open emotional living

• Leo: helps express energy without aggression, fostering more empathetic and balanced leadership

• Also beneficial for Libra, Virgo and Pisces, particularly in promoting emotional balance and relational openness

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Practical uses and benefits

✓ Daily emotional balance

Rest kunzite on the heart while doing meditation to help balance the nervous system. It calms anxiety and promotes self-confidence.

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✓ Affective and relational healing

Indicated for those experiencing times of significant suffering, helps to let go, promotes inner peace and reopening to feeling

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✓ Harmonious environment

Placed in the home or studio, it helps create a calm, welcoming and empathetic atmosphere, also ideal in places with emotional tensions