mineral

Rose Quartz

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

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Pale pink to deep rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific Gravity: 2.65

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

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Pale pink to deep rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific Gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Formed in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites through the cooling of silica-rich magma; often found in Precambrian to Cenozoic geological formations

Uses & applications

Extensively used in jewelry (cabochons, beads), decorative carvings, and as a popular specimen for crystal collecting and metaphysical practices

Geological facts

Rose quartz rarely forms visible crystals; it usually occurs in massive form. The pink color is believed to be caused by microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite or similar minerals

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by its distinct pink hue, lack of cleavage, and ability to scratch glass. High-quality deposits are commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, and South Dakota

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