mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon dioxide (SiO2)

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 crystallization of magma or from hydrothermal solutions, primarily in pegmatites. The pink color is attributed to microscopic inclusions of pink fibrous minerals like dumortierite.

Uses & applications

Mainly used in jewelry, ornamental carvings, lapidary arts, and for spiritual or metaphysical collecting.

Geological facts

Rose quartz rarely forms well-defined crystal faces and is mostly found in massive form. Ancient Egyptians and Romans believed it had anti-aging properties.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic hazy translucence, pink hue, and high hardness (it will scratch glass). Commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, and South Dakota.