mineral

Rose Quartz

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

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pink to rose-red (often pale); Luster: Vitreous (glassy) to greasy; Crystal structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific gravity: 2.65

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

Identified March 26, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Usually found in the cores of pegmatites (igneous) formed through the crystallization of magma. It forms at high temperatures and pressures deep within the Earth's crust across various geological ages.

Uses & applications

Extensively used in the jewelry industry for beads, cabochons, and carvings. Also popular in the metaphysical community and used in home decor items like bookends or lamps.

Geological facts

Unlike other varieties of quartz, rose quartz rarely forms distinct crystal faces and is almost always found in massive form. The pink color is believed to be caused by microscopic fibers of a borosilicate mineral similar to dumortierite.

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by its characteristic pink hue, high hardness (will scratch glass), and lack of cleavage. Common locations include Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota). Collectors should look for even color saturation.

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