mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous to greasy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65.

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

Identified June 19, 2026More mineral →

Explore Rose Quartz in the encyclopedia →

Identify your own rocks.

Get a report just like this from any photo, free.

App Store Google Play

Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous to greasy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: Indistinct/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65.

Formation & geological history

Formed in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites through the slow cooling of magma rich in silica and trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese, which provide the pink hue.

Uses & applications

Commonly used in jewelry (facets, cabochons, beads), luxury carvings, home decor, and as a popular metaphysical or calming stone for collectors.

Geological facts

Unlike clear quartz, rose quartz rarely forms large well-defined crystals and is usually found in massive form. The color can sometimes fade if exposed to excessive sunlight.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic pink hue, high hardness (will scratch glass), and lack of cleavage planes. Frequently found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota).