mineral
Likely rough rose quartz
Quartz, silicon dioxide (SiO₂), with pink coloration
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectPale pink to lavender, translucent and glassy; Mohs hardness 7, trigonal crystal structure, no cleavage, with uneven to conchoidal fracture. The photo does not show enough detail for a definitive identification.
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Physical properties
Pale pink to lavender, translucent and glassy; Mohs hardness 7, trigonal crystal structure, no cleavage, with uneven to conchoidal fracture. The photo does not show enough detail for a definitive identification.
Formation & geological history
Quartz forms in silica-rich igneous and hydrothermal environments; rose quartz commonly crystallizes in pegmatites. Its age depends on the host deposit and cannot be determined from the image.
Uses & applications
Used for beads, carvings, ornamental objects, and mineral collecting; quartz also has extensive industrial uses.
Geological facts
Rose quartz’s pink color is associated with trace impurities and microscopic inclusions; massive material typically lacks distinct crystal faces.
Field identification & locations
Compare hardness and glassy fracture, and check for consistent pink color; common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, and South Dakota. Similar pale minerals can look alike, so testing or closer inspection may be needed.
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