mineral

Pink Quartz (likely dyed)

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale), Color: Vivid pink to magenta, Luster: Vitreous (glassy), Crystal Structure: Trigonal/Hexagonal, Specific Gravity: 2.65

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale), Color: Vivid pink to magenta, Luster: Vitreous (glassy), Crystal Structure: Trigonal/Hexagonal, Specific Gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Formed through crystallization of silica-rich hydrothermal fluids or within igneous pegmatites. Note: This specific intensity of pink in a uniform tumbled stone often suggests a standard quartz or chalcedony that has undergone a dyeing process.

Uses & applications

Used primarily for metaphysical purposes, decorative home decor, aquarium gravel, inexpensive costume jewelry, and as pocket stones for collectors.

Geological facts

Natural rose quartz usually has a softer, pastel pink hue caused by trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese. Highly saturated or neon pinks are almost universally the result of artificial dye being injected into the micro-fissures of a lower-grade quartz.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its hardness (will scratch glass) and consistent waxy or glassy luster. Field identification involves looking for crystal habits in veins; dyed versions are identified by dye concentrations in cracks.