mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) 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); 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); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific gravity: 2.65
Formation & geological history
Formed through the cooling and crystallization of silica-rich magma in pegmatites or hydrothermal veins; geological ages vary widely by location from billions of years to more recent eras.
Uses & applications
Predominantly used in jewelry (cabochons, beads), ornamental carvings, crystal healing/metaphysical practices, and as a decorative mineral specimen for collectors.
Geological facts
Historically associated with love and beauty in Ancient Egyptian and Roman cultures; unlike other quartz varieties, it rarely forms well-defined crystals and mostly occurs in massive form.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its translucent pink hue and lack of cleavage. Commonly found in Madagascar, South Africa, and Brazil. Collectors should look for a uniform color and high translucency for higher quality.
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