mineral

Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pink, ranging from pale to rose-colored; Luster: Vitreous/glassy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (often found in massive form rather than distinct crystals); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture.

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

Identified May 23, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Formed in pegmatites through the slow cooling of magma rich in silica, with color derived from trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese. Found in Precambrian rocks to more recent formations.

Uses & applications

Popular in jewelry, carvings, and as a collector's specimen. Used in the 'metaphysical' industry and occasionally in interior design as high-end surfaces.

Geological facts

Unlike most other varieties of quartz, rose quartz rarely forms well-defined crystal faces. The largest deposits are in Brazil, which provides the majority of the world's supply.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its translucent pink color and conchoidal fracture which looks like broken glass. Look for it in pegmatite veins or as water-worn pebbles in streams nearby mining sites.