mineral

Rose quartz

Quartz, silicon dioxide (SiO₂), pink variety

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Hardness 7 Mohs; pale to medium translucent pink, vitreous to waxy luster, massive granular structure, no cleavage, conchoidal fracture, specific gravity about 2.65. The rough surface and uniform color are consistent with massive rose quartz.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Forms mainly in silica-rich pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, with pink coloration usually related to microscopic inclusions of dumortierite or other mineral defects. Specimens commonly formed in Precambrian to younger igneous settings.

Uses & applications

Used for carvings, beads, cabochons, ornamental stone, and inexpensive jewelry; larger pieces are popular for mineral collecting and decor.

Geological facts

Rose quartz typically lacks well-formed crystals and is commonly cloudy or translucent rather than transparent. Its pink color can fade with prolonged strong sunlight or heating.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its pink color, glassy fracture, hardness sufficient to scratch ordinary glass, and lack of cleavage; it should not be confused with pink calcite, which is much softer. Common localities include Brazil, Madagascar, India, South Africa, and the United States.