Emerald-cut kunzite, 10,26кт
Until recently, spinel was an underrated gemstone that was not widely recognized by consumers. The growing demand for alternatives to ruby has revived recognition of spinel’s deep red color and history. In ancient times, exceptionally large spinel crystals were mined in the mines of Southeast Asia and became the property of kings and emperors, often passing through many hands as spoils of war.
Emerald-cut kunzite.
Kunzite is the most famous variety of the mineral spodumene. It is named after the famous gemologist George Frederick Kunz, who was the first to identify it as a unique variety of spodumene. Kunzite gets its delicate color from a small amount of manganese. California’s San Diego County is an important source of kunzite. It is also found in Afghanistan, Brazil, and Madagascar.
Kunzite cushion, 9,29ct
Kunzite is the most famous variety of the mineral spodumene. It is named after the famous gemologist George Frederick Kunz, who was the first to identify it as a unique variety of spodumene. Kunzite gets its delicate color from a small amount of manganese. California’s San Diego County is an important source of kunzite. It is also found in Afghanistan, Brazil, and Madagascar.
Triangular fancy cut kunzite
Kunzite is the most famous variety of the mineral spodumene. It is named after the famous gemologist George Frederick Kunz, who was the first to identify it as a unique variety of spodumene. Kunzite gets its delicate color from a small amount of manganese. California’s San Diego County is an important source of kunzite. It is also found in Afghanistan, Brazil, and Madagascar.