mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose-red color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture with indistinct cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose-red color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture with indistinct cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through the crystallization of magma rich in silica, often containing trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental carvings, gemstone jewelry, holistic healing practices, and decorative collector items.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is attributed to microscopic fiber inclusions of dumortierite or microscopic elemental substitutions within the quartz structure.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive pink hue and lack of distinct crystal faces in massive forms; commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, and the USA.
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