mineral
Pink Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage, specific gravity of 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage, specific gravity of 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites, as well as metamorphic and sedimentary environments through the crystallization of silica-rich solutions.
Uses & applications
Used in ornamental carvings, gemstone jewelry, metaphysical practices, and industrial applications requiring piezoelectric properties.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is typically caused by trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese, or microscopic fibers of pink dumortierite.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its hardness (scratches glass), lack of cleavage, and characteristic pink hue. Found worldwide in pegmatites and river gravels.
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