mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose red color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, indistinct cleavage, specific gravity of 2.65

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Physical properties

Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose red color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, indistinct cleavage, specific gravity of 2.65

Formation & geological history

Forms in pegmatites, hydrothermal veins, and metamorphic environments from cooling silica-rich solutions containing trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese

Uses & applications

Used for ornamental carvings, polished decorative stones, tumbled stones, jewelry, and in holistic healing practices

Geological facts

Rose quartz is often found in massive form rather than as distinct crystal points; the pink color is attributed to microscopic fibers of dumortierite or trace metals within the crystal lattice

Field identification & locations

Easily identified by its distinct pink color, lack of cleavage, and conchoidal fracture. Commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States