Kunzite is an attractive pink to lilac colored variety of spodumene. Minerals are sometimes named after those who discover them, like comets and stars. In this case, kunzite was discovered in 1902 by then Tiffany & Co's chief jeweler George Frederick Kunz. It's believed to be a powerful healing stone; said to reduce mood swings and depression and helps one cope with the stresses of modern life. I just like how it looks, really. And set in these earrings are beautiful samples of  large, transparent and deep pink gemstones. Quirkily contrasted by blue topaz and encircled by diamonds.