mineral

Rose Quartz

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

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: pale pink to rose red; Luster: vitreous (glassy) to waxy; Crystal structure: hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: none (conchoidal fracture); Specific gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: pale pink to rose red
Luster: vitreous (glassy) to waxy

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: pale pink to rose red; Luster: vitreous (glassy) to waxy; Crystal structure: hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: none (conchoidal fracture); Specific gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Forms in igneous pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through the cooling of silica-rich magma; found globally in precambrian to recent geological formations.

Uses & applications

Commonly used in jewelry (cabochons, beads), decorative carvings, lapidary arts, and as a popular specimen for gemstone collectors.

Geological facts

Unlike crystalline quartz, rose quartz usually occurs in massive form and rarely forms well-defined crystal faces. It is often referred to as the 'Stone of Love' in various cultures and historical traditions.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its translucent pink hue and lack of cleavage planes; found in abundance in Brazil, Madagascar, South Dakota (USA), and India. Collectors look for deeper color saturation and higher translucency.

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