mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (though rarely found in crystal form); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: Pink to rose red
Luster: Vitreous (glassy)

Identified March 11, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Formed in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins as a late-stage crystallization from magma. Significant deposits can be hundreds of millions of years old, often found in igneous environments.

Uses & applications

Used extensively in jewelry (beads, cabochons), carving (statue/ornaments), and crystal therapy. It is also an industrial source of silicon for electronic components.

Geological facts

The pink color is attributed to microscopic inclusions of a pink variety of the mineral dumortierite. It is often referred to as the 'Heart Stone' or 'Love Stone' in New Age practices.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its unique pink hue and glassy appearance. Unlike other quartz, it is almost always massive (lacking crystal faces). Found commonly in Brazil, Madagascar, South Dakota (USA), and India.