mineral

Rose Quartz

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

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose-red; Luster: Vitreous (glass-like); Crystal structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: Pale pink to rose-red
Luster: Vitreous (glass-like)

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose-red; Luster: Vitreous (glass-like); Crystal structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Formed in magmatic pegmatites through the cooling of silica-rich hydrothermal fluids. While the mineral silicon dioxide is ancient, these specimens are often found in Precambrian formations over 1 billion years old.

Uses & applications

Predominantly used for ornamental purposes, carvings, jewelry (cabochons and beads), and as a popular specimen for crystal collecting and metaphysical practices.

Geological facts

Unlike clear quartz, rose quartz rarely forms well-defined external crystal faces; it is almost always found in massive form. The pink color is often attributed to microscopic inclusions of a pink fibrous mineral related to dumortierite.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic hazy pink transparency and lack of cleavage. Commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota). Collectors should look for evenness of color and lack of heavy internal fractures.

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