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 to greasy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65

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

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous to greasy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Formed in high-temperature pegmatite veins or hydrothermal veins; most specimens are found in massive form rather than distinct crystals. Typically formed in the late stages of magmatic crystallization.

Uses & applications

Used extensively in jewelry (cabochons, beads), decorative carvings, and as a popular collector's stone. Historically used in talismans and seal stamps.

Geological facts

Legend credits the stone's color to the blood of Aphrodite/Venus; it is often called the 'Stone of Unconditional Love.' Unlike other quartz varieties, it rarely forms well-defined crystal faces and is mostly translucent to opaque.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic pink hue, high hardness (cannot be scratched by steel), and lack of cleavage. Common locations include Brazil, South Africa, India, and Madagascar.

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