mineral
Rose Quartz
SiO2 (Silicon Dioxide with trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese)
Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal (usually massive); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65
- 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 (usually massive); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65
Formation & geological history
Commonly formed in late-stage crystallization of pegmatites (igneous rocks) and hydrothermal veins; geological age varies widely from Precambrian to Cenozoic.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in lapidary work, jewelry (cabochons, beads), decorative carvings, spheres, and as a popular specimen for mineral collectors and metaphysical practitioners.
Geological facts
The color is believed to be caused by microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite. It is often called the 'Stone of Love' in folklore. Unlike other varieties of quartz, it rarely forms well-defined crystal faces.
Field identification & locations
Identify in the field by its distinctive pink color, 7 hardness (scratches glass), and white streak. Major sources include Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota).
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