mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese

Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous to greasy; Crystal structure: Trigonal (often found massive rather than as distinct crystals); Cleavage: None, exhibits conchoidal fracture; Specific gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale
Color: Pale pink to rose red
Luster: Vitreous to greasy

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Forms primarily in pegmatites, hydrothermal veins, and metamorphic environments from cooling magma solutions rich in silica and trace elements. Geological age varies widely depending on the deposit.

Uses & applications

Widely used in jewelry, ornamental carvings, crystal healing, and decorative items due to its pleasing pink color.

Geological facts

The pink coloration is often attributed to microscopic inclusions of a fibrous mineral related to dumortierite. It was used by ancient civilizations like the Assyrians and Egyptians as early as 800-600 BCE.

Field identification & locations

Identified in the field by its distinct pink color, lack of cleavage, and quartz hardness (scratches glass). Commonly found globally, with notable deposits in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the USA.

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