mineral

Rose Quartz

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

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pink, ranging from pale to rose-colored; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: Pink, ranging from pale to rose-colored
Luster: Vitreous (glassy)

Identified May 31, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Forms primarily in pegmatites, which are igneous rocks that crystallized from cooling magma rich in water and minerals. It can also be found in hydrothermal veins. The color is believed to be caused by microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite.

Uses & applications

Extensively used in jewelry (beads, cabochons, carvings), decorative objects, and as a popular specimen for gemstone collectors and metaphysical practitioners.

Geological facts

Unlike most quartz varieties, rose quartz rarely forms well-defined crystal faces and is typically found in massive forms. Large deposits are found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota).

Field identification & locations

Identified in the field by its distinct pink hue, glassy luster, and the fact that it can scratch glass. Look for its characteristic conchoidal fracture which leaves shell-like curved surfaces. Widely available in rock shops and online.

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