mineral

Pink-and-green quartz-rich rock, likely rose quartz with epidote/serpentine

Quartz (SiO₂), variably colored by iron, with possible epidote, chlorite, or serpentine inclusions

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Hardness about 7 Mohs for quartz; pale pink, gray-green, and translucent areas with a glassy to waxy luster. Massive, granular texture and no obvious cleavage; inclusions and weathering obscure precise identification.

Identified August 10, 2026More mineral →

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At a glance

Common name: Pink-and-green quartz-rich rock, likely rose quartz with epidote/serpentine
Scientific name: Quartz (SiO₂), variably colored by iron, with possible epidote, chlorite, or serpentine inclusions
Category: mineral
Identified: August 10, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Approximately $5–$30 for a common hand specimen; $30–$100+ if unusually attractive, well-polished, or locality-documented.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Likely formed in hydrothermal veins or metamorphic zones, where silica-rich fluids crystallized quartz alongside green accessory minerals. Exact age and locality cannot be determined from the photograph.

Uses & applications

Attractive pieces may be polished for lapidary objects, cabochons, or specimens; otherwise it has little industrial value compared with ordinary quartz.

Geological facts

The pink color in rose quartz commonly results from microscopic mineral inclusions or trace elements, while green coloration may indicate epidote, chlorite, or serpentine. A definitive identification requires hardness, streak, specific-gravity, and preferably Raman or X-ray testing.

Field identification & locations

Commonly encountered in quartz veins and metamorphic terrains worldwide, including Brazil, Madagascar, India, and the United States. Test an inconspicuous edge: quartz should scratch window glass, but avoid damaging a collectible specimen.