mineral

Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz (SiO2)

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

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

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Physical properties

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

Formation & geological history

Primarily forms in pegmatites through the crystallization of magma or from hydrothermal veins. The pink color is generally attributed to trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese, or microscopic inclusions of aluminum-containing borosilicate.

Uses & applications

Used extensively in jewelry (beads, cabochons), carvings, and decorative home items. It is also highly popular in the metaphysical community and for lapidary collecting.

Geological facts

Unlike most quartz varieties, rose quartz does not usually form well-defined crystal faces, instead appearing in massive crystalline chunks. Large deposits are famously found in Brazil, Madagascar, and South Dakota.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic pink hue and its ability to scratch glass (hardness 7). It is often translucent to cloudy. Found globally in granitic pegmatites. Collectors look for even color saturation and transparency.