gemstone

Polished pink gemstone, likely dyed quartz or chalcedony

Uncertain from image; possibilities include dyed quartz (SiO₂) or chalcedony (microcrystalline SiO₂)

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Small polished/tumbled stone with vivid hot-pink color and glossy luster; quartz/chalcedony has Mohs hardness 6.5–7, no visible cleavage, and specific gravity about 2.6. The unusually saturated color may indicate dyeing or coating.

Identified September 7, 2026More gemstone →

Explore Polished pink gemstone, likely dyed quartz or chalcedony in the encyclopedia →

Identify your own rocks.

Get a report just like this from any photo, free.

App Store Google Play

At a glance

Common name: Polished pink gemstone, likely dyed quartz or chalcedony
Scientific name: Uncertain from image; possibilities include dyed quartz (SiO₂) or chalcedony (microcrystalline SiO₂)
Category: gemstone
Identified: September 7, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

About $1–$10 for a small dyed tumbled stone; $10–$50 if confirmed natural, attractive, and mineralogically identified.

Not an official valuation

AI estimate for general interest only — not an appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, provenance, and market demand. Verify with a professional before buying, selling, or insuring.

This identification was generated by AI and may contain errors. Verify important details before relying on them — and never use an AI result to judge whether a specimen is safe to handle. Read the full disclaimer

Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Quartz and chalcedony form in silica-rich hydrothermal veins, cavities, and volcanic rocks; geological ages vary widely. A tumbled specimen is mechanically shaped and polished after collection, and may be artificially colored.

Uses & applications

Used as an inexpensive decorative stone, craft material, cabochon, or novelty gemstone; not typically suitable for high-value jewelry unless naturally colored and well documented.

Geological facts

Image resolution prevents reliable identification; color alone cannot distinguish dyed quartz from dyed agate, rose quartz, or glass. A scratch, magnification, and translucency test would help.

Field identification & locations

Check for color concentration in cracks, pits, or edges, which suggests dye; glassy bubbles or uniform color may indicate glass. Common sources of dyed material include Brazil, China, India, and Madagascar.