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); Crystal structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific gravity: 2.65.

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

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: pale pink to rose-red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific gravity: 2.65.

Formation & geological history

Formed at high temperatures in pegmatites (igneous) through hydrothermal processes. Age varies widely depending on the host rock, commonly found in Precambrian to Cenozoic formations.

Uses & applications

Primary use in jewelry (beads, cabochons), ornamental carvings, decorative stones, and holistic/spiritual collections.

Geological facts

Rose quartz rarely forms crystals with faces; it is typically found in massive forms. The pink color can fade if exposed to direct sunlight for long periods due to its unique photosensitivity.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic hazy translucent pink color and inability to be scratched by a steel pocket knife. Commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota).

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