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Rose quartz cabochon
Quartz, SiO₂ (rose quartz; trigonal crystal system)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectPale pink, translucent to cloudy, with a vitreous luster; Mohs hardness 7, no cleavage, and conchoidal fracture. The smooth oval cabochon appears stamped or marked, so its color and surface may have been treated.
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Physical properties
Pale pink, translucent to cloudy, with a vitreous luster; Mohs hardness 7, no cleavage, and conchoidal fracture. The smooth oval cabochon appears stamped or marked, so its color and surface may have been treated.
Formation & geological history
Rose quartz forms in silica-rich pegmatites and other igneous settings, crystallizing from late-stage fluids; specimens range from Precambrian to geologically recent deposits.
Uses & applications
Used for cabochons, beads, carvings, and inexpensive jewelry, as well as decorative objects and mineral collecting.
Geological facts
The pink color is generally attributed to microscopic inclusions or trace elements; rose quartz commonly occurs in massive rather than well-formed crystals.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its pink color, glassy luster, hardness, and lack of cleavage; notable sources include Brazil, Madagascar, India, and South Dakota. The visible marking is not enough to confirm treatment or origin.
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