mineral

Rose quartz

Quartz (SiO₂), pink variety

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Typically pale pink and translucent to cloudy, with a vitreous luster and no cleavage; hardness 7 on the Mohs scale, trigonal crystal structure, and specific gravity about 2.65. This small, rough fragment appears consistent with rose quartz, though its color is faint in the image.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Forms in silica-rich pegmatites and hydrothermal veins; its pink color is associated with trace elements or microscopic inclusions. Quartz-bearing rocks occur in many geological ages.

Uses & applications

Used for beads, carvings, ornamental objects, and inexpensive jewelry; quartz is also important in glassmaking and electronics.

Geological facts

Quartz is one of Earth’s most abundant minerals, and rose quartz is often found as massive material rather than distinct crystals.

Field identification & locations

Look for pink coloration, glassy luster, hardness sufficient to scratch glass, and lack of cleavage. Common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, and South Dakota; a photo alone cannot confirm identification.