mineral

Rose quartz

Quartz, silicon dioxide (SiO₂), pink variety

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Typically translucent to cloudy pale pink with a vitreous luster and massive, non-crystalline appearance; Mohs hardness 7, no cleavage, conchoidal fracture, and specific gravity about 2.65.

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Physical properties

Typically translucent to cloudy pale pink with a vitreous luster and massive, non-crystalline appearance; Mohs hardness 7, no cleavage, conchoidal fracture, and specific gravity about 2.65.

Formation & geological history

Forms mainly in granite-related pegmatites and hydrothermal veins when trace elements, commonly titanium, iron, or manganese, color quartz; most specimens are Precambrian to younger, depending on locality.

Uses & applications

Used for ornamental carvings, beads, cabochons, décor, and metaphysical collecting; transparent faceted material is uncommon and generally low-value.

Geological facts

Its pink color is often caused by microscopic mineral inclusions or structural defects rather than visible impurities. It can fade or discolor with prolonged heating or intense irradiation.

Field identification & locations

Identify it by its pale pink color, glassy luster, hardness, and lack of cleavage; common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, India, South Africa, and the United States. The pictured rough, milky piece is consistent with rose quartz, though image-only identification is provisional.