mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: Pale pink to rose red
Luster: Vitreous

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Found primarily in pegmatites, forming through the crystallization of magma at high temperatures. Most deposits are massive in form rather than distinct crystals.

Uses & applications

Used extensively in jewelry, ornamental carvings, lapidary arts, and as a popular healing crystal in metaphysical practices.

Geological facts

Unlike other varieties of quartz, rose quartz rarely forms well-defined crystal faces. It is often found in massive beds. Its color can fade if exposed to excessive sunlight.

Field identification & locations

Identified by its distinctive pink hue and conchoidal fracture. It is commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota).

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