mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on Mohs scale, pale pink to deep rose color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on Mohs scale, pale pink to deep rose color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through the crystallization of magma rich in silica, often containing trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental carvings, gemstone jewelry, and metaphysical healing practices.
Geological facts
Its distinct pink color is attributed to microscopic fibrous inclusions of dumortierite or microscopic elemental substitutions within the quartz lattice.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its pink coloration and lack of cleavage; commonly sourced from Brazil, Madagascar, and the United States.
