mineral

Rose Quartz

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

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Pink to rose-red; Luster: Vitreous to greasy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale)
Color: Pink to rose-red
Luster: Vitreous to greasy

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Pink to rose-red; Luster: Vitreous to greasy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Formed in late-stage crystallization within igneous pegmatites or hydrothermal veins; geological age varies depending on the specific deposit location

Uses & applications

Used in gemstone carvings, jewelry (cabochons, beads), decorative objects, and as a popular specimen for collectors and holistic practices

Geological facts

Rose quartz is famous for its hazy or cloudy appearance due to microscopic fibrous inclusions; it rarely forms distinct large crystals, usually occurring in massive forms

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by its distinct pink color, lack of cleavage, and conchoidal fracture. Commonly found in Brazil, South Africa, Madagascar, and the United States (South Dakota).

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