mineral

Rose quartz heart

Quartz, silicon dioxide (SiO₂), pink variety

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Hardness 7 Mohs; translucent to semi-opaque pink color, vitreous luster, massive quartz texture, no true cleavage, and conchoidal fracture. The heart is polished and shaped, so natural crystal faces are absent.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Rose quartz forms mainly in granitic pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, with its pink color generally linked to microscopic inclusions or trace elements. Specimens are commonly Precambrian to younger, depending on the deposit.

Uses & applications

Used as a decorative carving, lapidary material, ornamental stone, and inexpensive gemstone; it has little industrial value compared with clear quartz.

Geological facts

Rose quartz commonly shows a soft, even pink color rather than distinct crystals; rare material can display chatoyancy or asterism when cabochon-cut.

Field identification & locations

Identify it by its pink color, glassy polish, substantial hardness, and lack of obvious banding or cleavage; common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, India, South Africa, and the United States. The other visible stones may be agate or jasper, but the central heart is rose quartz.