mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose-red color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, and no distinct cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose-red color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, and no distinct cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through cooling magma and mineral-rich solutions over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry, decorative carvings, and metaphysical crystal collections.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is typically caused by microscopic trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese embedded within the quartz structure.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive pink hue and lack of cleavage; commonly sourced from Brazil, Madagascar, and the USA.
