mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (usually found in massive form); Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific Gravity: 2.65

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

Identified March 1, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Formed at high temperatures in deep-seated igneous environments, predominantly within pegmatites. The pink color is attributed to microscopic inclusions of pink borosilicate fibers similar to dumortierite.

Uses & applications

Extensively used in the jewelry industry for beads, cabochons, and carvings. Also used as a decorative stone in interior design and by collectors for its aesthetic appeal and metaphysical associations.

Geological facts

Rose quartz is unique among quartz varieties because it almost never forms distinct crystals with visible faces, appearing instead as large, cloudy masses. The largest deposits are found in Brazil and Madagascar.

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by its distinct pink hue, glassy luster, and inability to be scratched by a steel knife. Commonly found in Madagascar, Brazil, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota and Maine).