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kunzite

noun
kunz·​ite | \ ˈku̇n(t)-ËŒsÄ«t How to pronounce kunzite (audio) \

Definition of kunzite

: a pinkish-lilac variety of spodumene used as a gem

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The house’s 100th-anniversary collection highlights signature elements like its intricate goldwork, seen on this Budelli cocktail ring in 18-karat white and yellow gold, metalwork that nicely frames a sizeable kunzite. Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, "The Latest Red Carpet-Ready Looks From Paris High-Jewelry Collections," 8 July 2019 We have been asked for mostly over the-top jewels with happy colors—citrine, kunzite, big cab emeralds. Stellene Volandes, Town & Country, "What Exactly Is "Camp" Jewelry and How Will People Wear It to the Met Gala?," 6 May 2019 And those kunzites, evening stones by myth, but shining brightly under the light today. Stellene Volandes, Town & Country, "How to See the Next Jewelry Masterpiece," 14 Mar. 2019

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First Known Use of kunzite

1903, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for kunzite

German F. Kunz †1932 American gem expert

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