mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pink, rose-red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific gravity: 2.65.

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: Pink, rose-red
Luster: Vitreous (glassy)

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pink, rose-red; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific gravity: 2.65.

Formation & geological history

Usually forms in magmatic pegmatites through the slow cooling of silica-rich hydrothermal fluids. Its pink color is typically caused by trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese.

Uses & applications

Used primarily in jewelry (beads, cabochons), decorative carvings, spiritual/metaphysical practices, and as a raw mineral for collectors.

Geological facts

Rose quartz rarely forms prominent crystal faces; it is usually found in massive form. The color can fade if exposed to excessive sunlight over long periods.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic pink hue, high hardness (scratches glass), and lack of cleavage. It is commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota).