mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese

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Hardness: 7 Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 Mohs scale
Color: Pale pink to rose red
Luster: Vitreous

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Formed in pegmatites through the slow cooling of magma, or in hydrothermal veins. The pink color is attributed to microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite-like minerals or internal charge transfer.

Uses & applications

Used extensively in jewelry, ornamental carvings, holistic healing practices, and as a decorative stone in interior design.

Geological facts

Unlike other quartz varieties, Rose Quartz rarely forms large, well-defined crystals and is typically found in massive clusters. It is often called the 'Love Stone' in metaphysical circles.

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by its distinct pink translucent hue and conchoidal fracture. Found worldwide, with major deposits in Brazil, South Africa, and Madagascar.