{"title":"Kunzite","description":"\u003cp\u003ePale, luminous and suffused with warmth, Kunzite is one of the gemstone world’s most quietly captivating stones. Its colour ranges from the softest blush pink to a deeper rose-lilac, with a natural translucency that allows light to pass through in a way that feels almost alive. Discovered in California at the turn of the twentieth century, Kunzite is the pink-to-violet variety of the mineral spodumene, and its gentle colour is owed to traces of manganese within its crystal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunzite is known as a stone of the heart, high in vibration and deeply connected to love in its many expressions. It is believed to dissolve emotional barriers, encourage compassion and openness, and invite peaceful joy into the wearer's life. Associated with the Heart, Third Eye and Crown chakras, it is considered a stone of spiritual connection as much as emotional healing, supporting clarity of feeling and an expanded sense of awareness. Many are drawn to Kunzite during times of transition or emotional renewal, finding in it a gentle but profound ally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece in this collection is handcrafted at the Rachel Hartley Atelier, working with ethically sourced Kunzite to create jewellery that honours the beauty and meaning of this exceptional stone. One of a kind, and presented gift-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gold-vermeil-kunzite-orb-necklace","title":"Gold Vermeil Kunzite Orb Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eKunzite is a stone of rare and particular beauty. A variety of spodumene, it forms in granitic pegmatites alongside tourmaline and morganite, its colour is a soft, luminous pink with lilac undertones, the result of trace amounts of manganese within its crystal structure. The depth of colour varies from stone to stone, from the palest blush to a more saturated rose, and shifts subtly depending on the light and the angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a stone associated with the heart, not in a sentimental sense but in the way that it is said to open and soften. Kunzite is thought to encourage emotional honesty, to ease anxiety, and to support a quiet kind of self-compassion that is difficult to manufacture and easy to lose. It works gently, and that is part of its nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece centres on a single kunzite orb, hand polished into a perfect sphere to draw out the stone's natural translucency and the subtle shifts in tone that make each one entirely its own. The rounded form catches light from every angle, revealing the depth within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet in Gold Vermeil; sterling silver with a thick layer of 24K gold, the warm tone of the setting draws out the lilac pink of the stone without competing with it. Gold vermeil is chosen here for its quality and its longevity, a step above plated jewellery and a considered alternative to solid gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished on an 18 inch gold vermeil fine curb chain with a single Gold Vermeil accent bead, the necklace sits beautifully and works well alone or as part of a layered arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandcrafted at Rachel Hartley Atelier. Arrives gift-ready.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachel Hartley Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64110897660253,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1061\/2909\/7053\/files\/image7_1f09c276-74ff-4010-ae3f-505f8a3ceb9d.jpg?v=1780591894"},{"product_id":"amethyst-kunzite-strawberry-quartz-drop-earrings","title":"Amethyst, Kunzite \u0026 Strawberry Quartz Rose Gold Vermeil Drop Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmethyst, kunzite, and strawberry quartz are three stones that exist in the same register of colour; pink to violet, warm to cool, and yet each one carries a completely different quality of light. Together they form a drop that shifts as it moves, catching the eye without demanding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst opens with depth. A variety of quartz coloured by iron and natural irradiation over millions of years, it's violet hue has long been associated with wisdom, spiritual clarity, and the quieting of an overactive mind. It works with the crown and third eye chakras, encouraging perspective and inner stillness, a stone for those who think too much and rest too little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunzite brings a softer, more open energy. A variety of spodumene coloured by trace manganese, it ranges from pale blush to a warm, saturated pink, and is one of the few stones whose colour deepens with exposure to light over time. It is associated with the heart chakra and with the kind of love that is unconditional and unhurried, for others, and for oneself.  A stone of emotional openness, of allowing feeling to move freely again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrawberry quartz completes the drop with warmth and joy. A variety of quartz with inclusions of iron oxide that give it its characteristic rosy, luminous tone, it is associated with the heart chakra and with the amplification of intentions rooted in love, gratitude, and a conscious appreciation of what is already present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper is one of the oldest metals in human use, and one of the oldest in healing practice. It is considered a conductor of electricity, of warmth, and in crystal tradition, of energy itself, believed to amplify the properties of the stones it accompanies and support the smooth flow of energy through the body. Here, micro copper beads have been chosen deliberately. Their natural warm, rosy tone sits in close harmony with the rose gold vermeil earwires, creating a cohesive, considered palette while keeping the piece accessible. The two metals complement each other without competing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach drop suspends three faceted gemstone beads; amethyst, kunzite, and strawberry quartz, separated by micro copper beads, from a rose gold vermeil V-shaped earwire; sterling silver with a layer of 18-karat rose gold. The V-wire sits cleanly against the ear, allowing the drop to move freely and catch the light with every turn of the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandcrafted at Rachel Hartley Atelier. Arrives gift-ready.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachel Hartley Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64954907099485,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1061\/2909\/7053\/files\/image2_946f32cc-5525-414b-be9f-0d081be4ca14.jpg?v=1781188017"},{"product_id":"sterling-silver-fresh-water-pearl-and-kunzite-drop-earrings","title":"Sterling Silver Fresh Water Pearl And Kunzite Drop Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelicate and luminous, these handcrafted drop earrings bring together two of the natural world's most quietly beautiful materials. Each drop is composed of creamy Freshwater Pearls and pale rose Kunzite beads, their soft tones complementing one another with an effortless elegance, the pearls with their organic lustre, the Kunzite with its gentle blush and subtle transparency. Sterling silver micro beads are threaded throughout, adding refined structure and a whisper of sparkle that ties each drop together without overwhelming its natural softness. The drops hang from simple, graceful sterling silver ear wires that keep the focus firmly on the stones. The total drop, including the ear wire, measures 38mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshwater Pearls have been revered for centuries as symbols of purity, wisdom and feminine strength. They are believed to carry a calming, nurturing energy, encouraging emotional balance and a quiet sense of self-worth. Associated with the Crown and Heart chakras, they are thought to bring clarity and sincerity to the wearer, as well as a deep connection to intuition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunzite is a stone of the heart, a high-vibration crystal known for its gentle, loving energy and its ability to dissolve emotional barriers. Its soft pink hue reflects its resonance with the Heart chakra, where it is said to encourage openness, compassion and inner peace. It is also associated with the Third Eye and Crown chakras, supporting a sense of spiritual connection and uplifted awareness. Kunzite is often worn by those seeking to invite more love, both given and received, into their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, Pearl and Kunzite create a pairing that is as meaningful as it is beautiful: grounding and gentle, luminous and warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandcrafted at Rachel Hartley Atelier. Arrives gift-ready.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCurious about Kunzite? 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