mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 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.
