mineral

Rose quartz

Quartz, SiO₂ (pink variety)

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Mohs hardness 7; translucent pale-to-medium pink with a vitreous luster and no cleavage. Trigonal crystal structure; the specimen appears roughly shaped or tumbled.

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Physical properties

Mohs hardness 7; translucent pale-to-medium pink with a vitreous luster and no cleavage. Trigonal crystal structure; the specimen appears roughly shaped or tumbled.

Formation & geological history

Forms in silica-rich pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, commonly in Precambrian rocks; its pink color is linked to trace elements or microscopic inclusions.

Uses & applications

Used for beads, carvings, ornamental objects, and inexpensive jewelry; also collected as a mineral specimen.

Geological facts

Rose quartz is generally massive rather than found as well-formed crystals; its color may fade with prolonged sunlight exposure.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its pink hue, glassy appearance, hardness, and lack of cleavage; notable sources include Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States. This small shaped piece is likely common decorative rose quartz.