mineral
Rose quartz
Quartz, silicon dioxide (SiO₂), pink variety
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 7; translucent pale pink with a vitreous luster and no cleavage. The small specimen appears polished or tumbled; its crystal structure is trigonal.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 7; translucent pale pink with a vitreous luster and no cleavage. The small specimen appears polished or tumbled; its crystal structure is trigonal.
Formation & geological history
Rose quartz forms mainly in pegmatites as silica-rich magma cools and crystallizes. Its precise geological age cannot be determined from the image; deposits occur in rocks spanning many geologic periods.
Uses & applications
Used for beads, cabochons, carvings, decorative objects, and mineral collections.
Geological facts
Its pink color is commonly linked to trace elements or microscopic inclusions; color can vary from faint blush to deeper pink.
Field identification & locations
A pink, hard quartz with a glassy luster and irregular fracture is characteristic. Common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States.
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