mineral
Rose Quartz (Frosted Beads)
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink; Luster: Vitreous to greasy (matte finish due to frosting); Crystal structure: Trigonal; Cleavage: None; Specific gravity: 2.65
- Hardness
- 7 on Mohs scale
- Color
- Pale pink
- Luster
- Vitreous to greasy (matte finish due to frosting)
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink; Luster: Vitreous to greasy (matte finish due to frosting); Crystal structure: Trigonal; Cleavage: None; Specific gravity: 2.65
Formation & geological history
Usually found in pegmatites and hydro-thermal veins; formed through the crystallization of magma or hydrothermal fluids. Most deposits are millions of years old.
Uses & applications
Primary use in jewelry, beadwork, decorative carvings, and alternative healing/metaphysical practices.
Geological facts
The pink color is traditionally attributed to trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese. It is often referred to as the 'Stone of Love'.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its translucent pink hue and vitreous luster when polished (though these are matte/frosted). Common locations include Brazil, South Africa, and Madagascar.
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