mineral
Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz (SiO2 - Silicon Dioxide with trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese)
Hardness: 7.0 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous/glassy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: None (Conchoidal fracture); Specific Gravity: 2.65
- Hardness
- 7
- Color
- Pale pink to rose red
- Luster
- Vitreous/glassy
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7.0 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous/glassy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal); Cleavage: None (Conchoidal fracture); Specific Gravity: 2.65
Formation & geological history
Formed in igneous pegmatites and hydrothermal veins. The pink color is generally attributed to microscopic inclusions of a pink fibrous mineral, similar to dumortierite, within the crystalline structure.
Uses & applications
Primarily used in jewelry (beads, cabochons, carvings), decorative objects, and is highly popular in the metaphysical community and gem collecting.
Geological facts
In mythology, Rose Quartz is often known as the 'Love Stone' or 'Stone of Venus.' It's one of the most common varieties of quartz, but it rarely forms well-defined crystals; it's almost always found in massive form.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its translucent pink color and inability to be scratched by a steel blade. Found in abundance in Brazil, Madagascar, India, and South Dakota (USA). Collectors look for deep color saturation and clarity.
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