mineral

Likely rose quartz (rough quartz)

Quartz, SiO₂; pink coloration commonly associated with trace elements and microscopic inclusions

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Pale pink, translucent, vitreous-to-waxy luster, irregular fracture, and no obvious cleavage; Mohs hardness 7, specific gravity about 2.65. The specimen appears massive rather than well-crystallized, with cloudy internal fractures.

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At a glance

Common name: Likely rose quartz (rough quartz)
Scientific name: Quartz, SiO₂; pink coloration commonly associated with trace elements and microscopic inclusions
Category: mineral
Identified: September 2, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Approximately $5–$25 for a common rough hand specimen; attractive translucent or strongly colored specimens may sell for $30–$100+.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Forms mainly in silica-rich pegmatites and hydrothermal veins as magma cools and mineral-rich fluids crystallize; most rose quartz is Precambrian to younger, but an exact age cannot be determined visually.

Uses & applications

Used for carvings, ornamental stone, cabochons, beads, and inexpensive jewelry; clear, strongly colored pieces are collected, while ordinary rough material has limited industrial value.

Geological facts

Rose quartz commonly occurs as massive material rather than distinct quartz crystals. Its pink color can fade with prolonged sunlight or heating in some specimens.

Field identification & locations

Common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, India, South Africa, and the United States. Identify it by pink color, glassy fracture, lack of cleavage, and ability to scratch ordinary glass; confirm with hardness or specific-gravity testing.