mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Diaphaneity: Translucent to opaque.

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

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Diaphaneity: Translucent to opaque.

Formation & geological history

Formed in igneous pegmatites as magma cools slowly deep underground, allowing large crystals of quartz to grow. Its pink color is typically attributed to microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite-related minerals or titanium/manganese.

Uses & applications

Predominantly used for jewelry (beads, cabochons, carvings) and as a decorative stone. It is also a very popular stone in metaphysical circles for its association with 'love'.

Geological facts

Rose quartz rarely grows in well-defined crystal shapes; it usually occurs in massive, shapeless chunks. The best quality material is found in Madagascar and Brazil.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic soft pink color and vitreous luster. It will scratch a steel file and glass. This specific specimen has been fashioned into beads for a bracelet.