mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 Mohs; Color: Pale pink to rose red; Luster: Vitreous/glassy; Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (trigonal); Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 Mohs
Color: Pale pink to rose red
Luster: Vitreous/glassy

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 Mohs; 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 through the cooling of silica-rich magma or from hydrothermal veins. Often found in pegmatite cores. Its color is attributed to microscopic inclusions of manganese, titanium, or iron.

Uses & applications

Commonly used in the jewelry industry as gemstones (cabochons), ornamental carvings, crystal healing, and as a decorative stone in interior design.

Geological facts

Rose quartz is known as the 'Love Stone.' Unlike regular quartz which forms sharp crystals, rose quartz is typically found in massive forms. Exceptional specimens can exhibit asterism (a star-like reflection) due to rutile inclusions.

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by its distinct pink hue and hardness (can scratch glass). It is commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota). Look for massive, non-transparent chunks with a waxy luster.