mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese

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Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale; pale pink to rose red color; vitreous to greasy luster; crystal structure is trigonal (usually occurs in massive form rather than distinct crystals); specific gravity of 2.65; no true cleavage, exhibits conchoidal fracture.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, as well as metamorphic environments. Magmatic or hydrothermal origin where quartz crystallizes and incorporates trace impurities that impart the pink coloration.

Uses & applications

Widely used in jewelry, ornamental carvings, polished tumble stones, and holistic/metaphysical practices.

Geological facts

Rose quartz has been used as a decorative stone and talisman since ancient times, with artifacts dating back to 7000 BCE in Mesopotamia. Its pink color is often stable, but can fade or change when exposed to intense heat or strong sunlight.

Field identification & locations

Easily identified by its distinct pink hue and vitreous luster, combined with a quartz hardness of 7 that scratches glass. Major deposits are found globally, including Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the USA.