mineral

Rose Quartz Sphere

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with traces of titanium, iron, or manganese

Hardness: 7.0 Mohs; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65

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

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7.0 Mohs; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Formed in pegmatites through the slow cooling of silica-rich magma. The pink hue is caused by microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite or similar minerals. Most deposits are millions of years old, dating to the Precambrian or Paleozoic eras.

Uses & applications

Primary use is in the jewelry industry for beads, cabochons, and carvings. Also highly valued in the 'metaphysical' market, for ornamental home decor, and as a collector's mineral.

Geological facts

Unlike Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz rarely forms distinct large crystals and is usually found in massive form. The deepest pink specimens are primarily found in Brazil and Madagascar.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic hazy translucency and pink color. In the field, look for massive milky pink outcrops in granitic pegmatites. Collectors should look for even color saturation and a 'star' effect (asterism) in high-quality spheres.

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