mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with trace Titanium or Manganese
Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous/Glassy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65
- Hardness
- 7 (Mohs scale)
- Color
- Pale pink to rose red
- Luster
- Vitreous/Glassy
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous/Glassy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65
Formation & geological history
Formed in igneous pegmatites through the slow cooling of magma which allows large crystals to form. Can also occur in hydrothermal veins. Found in formations ranging back to the Precambrian era.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in lapidary work for jewelry, ornaments, and sculptures. Also a highly popular specimen for metaphysical collectors and spiritual healing practices.
Geological facts
Rose quartz rarely forms as distinct crystals with external faces; it usually occurs as massive chunks. Large, gem-quality deposits are found in Brazil, Madagascar, and South Dakota.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its characteristic pink hue, hardness (it will scratch glass), and lack of cleavage. Look for internal cloudy inclusions. It is omnipresent in rock and gem shops worldwide.
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