mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: pale pink to rose red; Luster: vitreous; Crystal system: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: none; Specific gravity: 2.65.

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: pale pink to rose red
Luster: vitreous

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: pale pink to rose red; Luster: vitreous; Crystal system: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: none; Specific gravity: 2.65.

Formation & geological history

Formed in pegmatites through the crystallization of magma or in hydrothermal veins. The pink color is usually attributed to trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese.

Uses & applications

Widely used in jewelry (cabochons, beads), decorative carvings, and as a popular collector's mineral associated with metaphysical healing.

Geological facts

The color of rose quartz can sometimes fade when exposed to prolonged sunlight. It is the state mineral of South Dakota, USA, where large deposits are found.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its translucent pink hue and lack of visible crystal faces (it usually occurs in massive form). It is commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, and South Dakota.