mineral
Rose quartz (tumbled)
Quartz, SiO₂; pink variety commonly called rose quartz
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 7; translucent pale pink with a vitreous luster. Trigonal crystal structure, though this rounded piece has no visible crystal faces; quartz has no cleavage and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 7; translucent pale pink with a vitreous luster. Trigonal crystal structure, though this rounded piece has no visible crystal faces; quartz has no cleavage and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms in silica-rich pegmatites and hydrothermal veins; its pink color is associated with trace elements or microscopic inclusions. Quartz deposits occur across many geological ages.
Uses & applications
Used for jewelry, carvings, ornamental objects, and mineral collecting.
Geological facts
Rose quartz is often tumbled to smooth its surface; massive rose quartz is more common than distinct crystals.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its pink color, glassy appearance, hardness, and lack of cleavage; common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, and South Dakota. The image shows a small rounded specimen, but exact identification cannot be confirmed from appearance alone.
