Transparent Yellow Triphane Kunzite Crystal, 34g, Afghanistan

An Etched Yellow Triphane Crystal From Afghanistan

This kunzite crystal comes from Afghanistan and carries the yellow color variety known in the trade as triphane, distinct from the more commonly seen pink kunzite. At 34 grams and measuring 56 x 30 x 11 mm, the crystal shows an unusual mountain shape termination, a jagged, stepped formation rather than a single clean point, which happens when a crystal undergoes natural etching during or after its growth.

The clarity and transparency on this piece are strong, letting light travel cleanly through the crystal body rather than diffusing it, which is part of what makes triphane specimens stand out from opaque or heavily included material. The yellow color is entirely natural, with good saturation and luster across the crystal faces. Etched crystals like this one are collected specifically for their formation, since the irregular, mountain-like termination tells a different story about how the crystal interacted with its environment compared to a standard smooth point. To see the etching detail and how light passes through the crystal, we'd recommend watching the video of this exact specimen.

Specifications

Gemstone Properties

• Birthstone: Alternative birthstone for October
• Zodiac Sign: Taurus, Scorpio
• Chakra: Solar Plexus Chakra
• Healing Properties: Yellow kunzite, known as triphane, is often associated with confidence and personal clarity in crystal healing practice, tied to the solar plexus chakra, distinct from the heart-centered associations of pink kunzite. Collectors also value it separately for its rarity compared to the more common pink material.

Why Buy From Minerals Paradise

We source triphane and other kunzite varieties directly from mines in Afghanistan, cutting out the resellers that usually add markup on less common color varieties. The crystal you receive is the exact one shown in the photos and video, not a comparable piece pulled from stock. Every order ships express worldwide, backed by a 30-day return policy. You can view and purchase this specimen directly here.

For more triphane pieces, browse our full Triphane Crystals collection and our wider Kunzite Crystals collection. We also carry a natural yellow triphane crystal specimen at 123 grams if you want to compare yellow triphane at a larger size, and a pink kunzite with complex mountain shape terminations and etching at 76 grams if you want to see the same etched, mountain-shape termination style in the more common pink color. To learn more about kunzite and its varieties, read our complete guide to kunzite.