mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to deep rose color, vitreous to greasy luster, hexagonal crystal system, and lack of cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to deep rose color, vitreous to greasy luster, hexagonal crystal system, and lack of cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through cooling magma and mineral-rich solutions over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental carvings, gemstone jewelry, and decorative tumbled stones.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is typically attributed to microscopic trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese embedded within the quartz structure.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinctive pink hue and conchoidal fracture, commonly found worldwide in places like Brazil, Madagascar, and the USA.
