mineral

Rose Quartz

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

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy) to greasy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal (though rarely found as crystals, usually massive); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65.

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

Identified March 15, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Formed in high-temperature environments, specifically within pegmatite veins (igneous) through hydrothermal processes. Most deposits are found in Precambrian metamorphic or igneous shields, making them hundreds of millions to billions of years old.

Uses & applications

Primarily used for ornamental purposes: lapidary work, cabochons for jewelry, decorative carvings, and beads. Also used extensively in the spiritual/metaphysical community as a 'stone of love.'

Geological facts

Unlike other varieties of quartz, Rose Quartz rarely forms distinct crystal faces; it is almost always found in 'massive' form. In the 18th century, it was frequently used to create intricate seal stamps and jewelry for European royalty.

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by its characteristic pink hue and lack of cleavage planes (it breaks with a conchoidal fracture). It is common in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota). Collectors look for deep color saturation and translucency.

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