In exception to the varieties kunzite and hiddenite , spodumene does not have much use as a gem. These forms, as well as colorless spodumene, are, however popular collector gemstones. May also be used as a synonym of spodumene. Because the other forms of spodumene are so infrequently used as gems, this section is not really applicable. However, we will mention the similar gemstones anyway.
Yellow spodumene resembles heliodor , chrysoberyl , topaz , zircon , and tourmaline .
Brown spodumene resembles smoky quartz, brown zircon , and brown topaz . No pictures currently available. This page is open to sponsor. Copyright 1997 - 1999 Hershel Friedman, all rights reserved.