mineral
Pink Tumbled Agate
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with dye
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 6.5-7 (Mohs). Color: Bright fuchsia or magenta pink. Luster: Vitreous to waxy. Structure: Cryptocrystalline. Cleavage: None. Translucent to opaque.
- Hardness
- 6
- Color
- Bright fuchsia or magenta pink
- Luster
- Vitreous to waxy
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Physical properties
Hardness: 6.5-7 (Mohs). Color: Bright fuchsia or magenta pink. Luster: Vitreous to waxy. Structure: Cryptocrystalline. Cleavage: None. Translucent to opaque.
Formation & geological history
Formed as secondary deposits in volcanic rock cavities (vesicles). The bright pink color is typically produced by artificially dyeing natural gray or white banded agate.
Uses & applications
Used primarily for decorative purposes, jewelry (pendants, beads), pocket stones, and healing crystal collections.
Geological facts
While agate occurs naturally in many colors, vivid neon pink is almost always the result of a dyeing process that takes advantage of agate's porous nature.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its waxy luster and high hardness (it will scratch glass). Look for concentric banding patterns that might be highlighted by the dye. Common in gift shops and rock kits.
