mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with Trace Inclusions

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pink to rosy-red due to manganese, titanium, or iron; Luster: Vitreous to greasy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (usually massive); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: Pink to rosy-red due to manganese, titanium, or iron
Luster: Vitreous to greasy

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Formed in hydrothermal veins or pegmatites at high temperatures. The pink color is often caused by microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite-like minerals or internal impurities throughout the crystal lattice.

Uses & applications

Widely used in jewelry, ornamental carvings, lapidary arts, and as a popular specimen for rock collectors and metaphysical use.

Geological facts

Unlike other varieties of quartz, rose quartz rarely forms well-defined crystal faces and is mostly found as massive chunks. It can sometimes show 'asterism' (a star effect) if cut in a cabochon shape.

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by its distinct pink hue, lack of cleavage, and high hardness (it will scratch glass). Often found in areas with granite pegmatites such as South Dakota (USA), Brazil, and Madagascar.

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