mineral
Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 7 (Mohs scale), Color: Pink (pale to deep), Luster: Vitreous/Glassy, Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal), Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture), Specific Gravity: 2.65
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale), Color: Pink (pale to deep), Luster: Vitreous/Glassy, Crystal Structure: Hexagonal (Trigonal), Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture), Specific Gravity: 2.65
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites when cooling silica-rich magma undergoes crystallization. The pink hue is caused by trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese.
Uses & applications
Extensively used in lapidary work, jewelry (beads, cabochons), carvings, decorative ornaments, and widely collected as metaphysical or healing stones.
Geological facts
Unlike most other quartz varieties, Rose Quartz rarely forms distinct, well-defined crystal faces. There is a rare related variety called 'Pink Quartz' that does form crystals.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its characteristic pink translucency and hardness (will scratch glass). Commonly found in Brazil, South Africa, Madagascar, and the United States (South Dakota).
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