mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with trace amounts of Titanium, Iron, or Manganese

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

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: Pink to rose red
Luster: Vitreous to greasy

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Physical properties

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

Formation & geological history

Found primarily in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites, formed during the final stages of magma crystallization. Most specimens date from the Precambrian to Cenozoic eras.

Uses & applications

Extensively used in lapidary work for cabochons, carvings, and beads; also popular as a decorative stone in jewelry and interior design.

Geological facts

Unlike other varieties of quartz, rose quartz rarely forms visible crystal faces and usually occurs in massive form. It is the pink color that distinguishes it from other quartz varieties.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its distinct pink color, lack of cleavage, and ability to scratch glass. Commonly found in Madagascar, Brazil, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota). Look for its typical conchoidal fracture.

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