noun
- plural of kunzite; pink to lilac-colored gemstones that are a variety of the mineral spodumene
Usage: mineralogy
Examples
- The jewelry store displayed several beautiful kunzites in their gemstone collection.
- Kunzites are prized for their delicate pink and lavender hues.
- The geologist identified the kunzites by their distinctive color and crystal structure.
- High-quality kunzites can be quite valuable as collector’s items.
- The museum’s mineral exhibit featured kunzites from Afghanistan and Brazil.
- Kunzites are often cut into faceted gems for use in fine jewelry.