mineral

Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz (Silicon Dioxide, SiO2)

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65.

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: Pale pink to rose red
Luster: Vitreous

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65.

Formation & geological history

Formed through the cooling and solidification of silica-rich magma in pegmatites, often at high temperatures. Its pink color is typically attributed to trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese.

Uses & applications

Predominantly used for jewelry (beads, cabochons), ornamental carvings, decorative stones in landscaping, and highly valued in the metaphysical community for crystal healing.

Geological facts

Rose quartz rarely forms finished crystals and usually occurs in massive form. The color is known to fade if exposed to prolonged sunlight over many years.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its translucent pink hue and ability to scratch glass (high hardness). Commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota).