mineral
Pink Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose-red color, vitreous luster, and conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose-red color, vitreous luster, and conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites through the cooling of silica-rich magmatic fluids.
Uses & applications
Used frequently in decorative items, lapidary art, gemstone jewelry, and metaphysical healing practices.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is typically caused by microscopic trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese embedded within the crystalline structure.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinctive pink hue and high hardness that scratches glass, commonly found worldwide in pegmatite deposits.
