mineral

Rose Quartz

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

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific gravity: 2.65

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

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Formed in pegmatites through the slow cooling of magma, or in hydrothermal veins. Geological age varies significantly based on the surrounding host rock, often dating back hundreds of millions of years.

Uses & applications

Commonly used in jewelry (cabochons, beads), decorative carvings, spiritual/metaphysical practices, and as a popular collector's specimen.

Geological facts

Unlike اکثر other varieties of quartz, rose quartz generally does not form large, well-defined crystal faces and is typically found in massive chunks. It has been used as a token of love and healing since at least 600 B.C.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its translucent pink color and inability to be scratched by a steel knife (hardness 7). It is commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota). Look for it in weathered pegmatite deposits.

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