mineral

Rose Quartz

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

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

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

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Physical properties

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

Formation & geological history

Formed in late-stage crystallization of pegmatites (igneous) or in hydrothermal veins. The pink hue is caused by microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite or similar minerals.

Uses & applications

Used extensively in jewelry manufacture (beads, cabochons), ornamental carvings, decorative home items, and as a popular specimen for crystal healing and metaphysical collecting.

Geological facts

Unlike other varieties of quartz, rose quartz rarely forms well-defined crystal faces and usually occurs in massive form. It is the unofficial state mineral of South Dakota, USA.

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by its distinct pink color, lack of cleavage (breaks like glass), and its ability to scratch glass easily. Common locations include Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the USA (South Dakota).

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