mineral

Tumbled pink quartz, likely dyed

Quartz (silicon dioxide, SiO₂), probably artificially colored chalcedony or milky quartz

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Hardness 7 Mohs; translucent pink-purple body, vitreous to waxy luster, and no visible cleavage. The smooth rounded shape indicates tumbling; unusually uniform vivid color suggests dye or coating rather than natural rose quartz.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Quartz forms in igneous, metamorphic, and hydrothermal environments over broad geologic ages. This specimen was mechanically polished, likely from quartz-rich material later treated to enhance color.

Uses & applications

Used as an inexpensive decorative stone, craft material, and metaphysical collectible; not typically valuable as jewelry-grade material.

Geological facts

Natural rose quartz is usually pale pink and cloudy, while dyed quartz can be much brighter and more saturated. Quartz is one of Earth’s most abundant minerals.

Field identification & locations

Check for color concentration in cracks, pits, or along edges, which indicates dye; glassy luster and scratch resistance distinguish quartz from glass. Common source regions include Brazil, Madagascar, India, and China.