mineral

Pink quartz-rich stone, likely rose quartz

Rose quartz; quartz, SiO₂, commonly colored by trace elements and microscopic inclusions

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Pale pink, translucent to opaque, with a vitreous luster and irregular fracture; quartz is Mohs hardness 7, has no cleavage, hexagonal crystal structure, and specific gravity about 2.65.

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Common name: Pink quartz-rich stone, likely rose quartz
Scientific name: Rose quartz; quartz, SiO₂, commonly colored by trace elements and microscopic inclusions
Category: mineral
Identified: August 8, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

About $1–$10 for a small common rough or tumbled piece; attractive translucent specimens or larger display material may sell for $20–$100+.

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Physical properties

Pale pink, translucent to opaque, with a vitreous luster and irregular fracture; quartz is Mohs hardness 7, has no cleavage, hexagonal crystal structure, and specific gravity about 2.65.

Formation & geological history

Forms mainly in granitic pegmatites and hydrothermal quartz veins as silica-rich fluids cool; individual specimens may range from Precambrian to recent geological settings.

Uses & applications

Used as a lapidary and ornamental material, in carvings, cabochons, beads, and inexpensive jewelry; massive rose quartz has modest commercial value.

Geological facts

The image shows a small rounded, apparently water-worn or tumbled specimen, but color alone cannot confirm rose quartz; pink feldspar or another stone is possible.

Field identification & locations

Test for hardness by whether it scratches ordinary glass, and inspect for quartz-like fracture rather than cleavage; common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, India, South Africa, and the United States.