is a deep blue metamorphic rock used as a semi-precious stone that has been prized since antiquity for its intense color
a sodium aluminum silicate and one of the two minerals that are commonly known as “Jade
its oldest known use being in Egypt more than five thousand years ago
Note: Our 8-inch line of Lapis has had its color enhanced by dyeing
Ancient warriors wore Carnelian for courage and power
Kunzite 15mm AAA Grade Coin Cabochon Size_20x35mm is a deep blue metamorphicKunzite was named after a former Tiffany & Co. vice president, famed mineralogist and jeweler George Frederick Kunz, who first catalogued the stone in 1902. It is a variety of the silicate Spodumene, and forms naturally as a glassy, transparent stone. It can be colorless, pink, lilac, yellow or green, with darker shades being higher in value. Kunzite is prone to fading in direct sunlight. Sold individually. These cabochons are all unique and vary in