mineral
Rose quartz
Quartz, silicon dioxide (SiO₂), variety rose quartz
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectPale pink, translucent, with a vitreous to slightly waxy luster; Mohs hardness 7 and no cleavage, with conchoidal fracture. The specimen appears polished and roughly shaped; crystal structure is trigonal.
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Physical properties
Pale pink, translucent, with a vitreous to slightly waxy luster; Mohs hardness 7 and no cleavage, with conchoidal fracture. The specimen appears polished and roughly shaped; crystal structure is trigonal.
Formation & geological history
Forms in silica-rich pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, with its pink color usually linked to trace elements or microscopic inclusions. Quartz deposits range from Precambrian to recent geological ages.
Uses & applications
Used for ornamental carvings, beads, jewelry, and collectible specimens; it has little major industrial use compared with common quartz.
Geological facts
Rose quartz is commonly massive rather than found as distinct, well-formed crystals; star rose quartz can show a six-rayed asterism when cut as a cabochon.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its pink color, glassy appearance, hardness, and lack of cleavage; common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, and the United States. This image is consistent with a polished rose-quartz piece.
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