mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 7 (Mohs scale), Color: Pinkish-purple to rose pink, Luster: Vitreous to greasy, Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal), Cleavage: Indistinct/Conchoidal fracture
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale), Color: Pinkish-purple to rose pink, Luster: Vitreous to greasy, Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal), Cleavage: Indistinct/Conchoidal fracture
Formation & geological history
Found primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins. Formed from the cooling of magma rich in silica, with traces of titanium, iron, or manganese providing the color.
Uses & applications
Extensively used in jewelry (beads, cabochons), ornamental carvings, and by collectors. Often used in metaphysical practices.
Geological facts
The color is usually attributed to microscopic inclusions of a pink variety of the mineral dumortierite. Unlike other quartz varieties, Rose Quartz rarely forms distinct large crystals.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its characteristic pink hue, hardness (can scratch glass), and lack of cleavage. Common in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota).
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