mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon dioxide (SiO2) with traces of titanium, iron, or manganese

Hardness: 7 Mohs; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal structure: Hexagonal; Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific gravity: 2.65

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

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 Mohs; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal structure: Hexagonal; Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Commonly formed in late-stage cooling of magmatic pegmatites or hydrothermal veins; often millions of years old based on geological host rock.

Uses & applications

Primarily used in jewelry, ornamental carvings, aesthetic home decor, and crystal healing practices.

Geological facts

The color is believed to be caused by microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite or similar minerals. Most rose quartz lacks distinct crystal faces and occurs as massive chunks.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic hazy pink color and ability to scratch glass. Found in abundance in Brazil, South Africa, and Madagascar. Collectors look for clarity and intensity of hue.

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