mineral
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 crystallization of magma (igneous) or from hydrothermal veins, typically found in pegmatites. The color is usually attributed to microscopic inclusions of pink borosilicate fibers.
Uses & applications
Primarily used in jewelry, ornamental carvings, decorative home items, and as a popular specimen for gemstone collectors.
Geological facts
Unlike other varieties of quartz, rose quartz rarely forms macro-scale crystals and is generally found in massive form. Some specimens show asterism (a star-like effect) when cut into cabochons.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its characteristic pink hue and quartz-like fracture. It is commonly found in Brazil, South Africa, India, and Madagascar.
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