14.25 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Kunzite Pair from Afghanistan

The Natural Gemstone Company presents an exceptional matched pair of oval pink kunzites, each expertly cut and polished for high end jewelry creation. These stones weigh 7.09 carats and 7.16 carats respectively, and their substantial sizes are complemented by well balanced proportions, with dimensions of 12.30 x 10.29 x 7.86 mm and 12.34 x 10.28 x 7.90 mm. Both gems are fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut, a choice that combines a brilliant style crown with a faceted pavilion to harmonize scintillation and depth. The color is described as medium intensity pink, a tone that reads as elegant and wearable while retaining good saturation for presence in finished pieces. Enhancement is by heat treatment, a stable and widely accepted method used to refine hue and reduce undesirable undertones, and the origin of these stones is Afghanistan, a source known for producing attractive pink spodumene specimens.

From a gemological perspective these kunzites offer a compelling combination of optical performance and clarity. The mixed brilliant cut enhances return of light through a carefully considered balance of facet angles, yielding lively scintillation on the table and controlled light return through the pavilion for visual depth. Clarity is graded very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which for most practical purposes translates to eye clean appearance, with only minute internal features detectable under magnification. This clarity grade allows the pink color to remain pure and unobstructed, and the excellent polish contributes to a smooth finish that enhances surface luster and tactile quality. The overall smooth finish is especially important for high end designs because it reduces the need for aggressive metalwork finishing, ensures comfortable wear against the skin, and presents crisp facet junctions that read clearly under jeweler magnification and to an informed buyer.

Kunzite is a gem variety of spodumene, a lithium aluminum silicate, and it is known for its delicate pink to violet hues and for displaying strong pleochroism, where color can vary with crystal orientation. For this reason, precise cutting and matching are critical for a paired set intended for earrings or symmetrical designs. The cutters of these stones elected a mixed brilliant approach and aligned the orientation to maximize face up color and to control the pleochroic behavior, producing a balanced pair where color tone and bodycolor are closely matched. The near equality of weight and dimensions in this pair is notable, and it simplifies the design process when fabricating matched earrings or a two stone pendant, because the stones will sit consistently and reflect light in a uniform manner. Sourcing from Afghanistan adds provenance that educated buyers appreciate, as this origin is associated with well colored and well crystallized kunzite specimens, making this pair desirable for collectors and designers who value traceable supply and documented treatment.

For design considerations these kunzites are particularly well suited to high end settings where a smooth finish and excellent polish will be showcased. They work beautifully in classic prong settings that allow maximum light entry, in bezel settings for a contemporary, clean aesthetic where the smooth girdle and polish will meet the metal elegantly, and in halo compositions where the medium intensity pink will pop against diamonds or other colorless accent stones. Because the stones are closely matched in weight and proportion, they are ideal for precision matched earrings, or for bespoke two stone pieces that require symmetry. The heat treatment applied to refine hue is stable under normal wear, and the very very slightly included clarity grade means the stones will photograph cleanly and perform reliably under close inspection. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the descriptive details provided, and we welcome inquiries from designers and collectors seeking additional information such as facet diagrams, viewing angles, or setting recommendations to ensure the final piece achieves the highest level of craftsmanship and visual harmony.