mineral
Dyed Quartzite (Pink/Magenta)
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) - Artificially Colored Quartzite
Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale. Color: Bright magenta-pink. Luster: Vitreous to waxy (tumbled/polished). Crystal structure: Trigonal (microcrystalline aggregate). Cleavage: None. Specific gravity: 2.65.
- Hardness
- 7 on Mohs scale
- Color
- Bright magenta-pink
- Luster
- Vitreous to waxy (tumbled/polished)
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale. Color: Bright magenta-pink. Luster: Vitreous to waxy (tumbled/polished). Crystal structure: Trigonal (microcrystalline aggregate). Cleavage: None. Specific gravity: 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Quartzite forms from the regional metamorphism of quartz sandstone under heat and pressure. This particular specimen has undergone post-extraction tumbling and artificial dye treatment to achieve its intense pink hue.
Uses & applications
Used extensively in decorative crafts, polished pebble collections, wire-wrapping jewelry, aquarium decor, and metaphysical or gemstone healing practices.
Geological facts
Natural quartzite is typically white, gray, or pale pink (due to iron oxide). Bright hot pink or magenta quartz/quartzite stones are almost universally artificially dyed. The dye penetrates microscopic fractures and grain boundaries.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its bright non-natural pink color, grain-like metamorphic texture under magnification, and high hardness (scratches glass). Common in commercial gemstone mix bags worldwide.
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