mineral

Tumbled pink quartz, likely rose quartz

Rose quartz; predominantly silicon dioxide (SiO₂), commonly colored by trace iron, titanium, or manganese

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Usually Mohs hardness 7, translucent pink with a vitreous luster and massive, non-cleavable quartz structure; individual pieces appear rough-tumbled or lightly polished. The exact identity is uncertain from the image alone, and some pieces could be pink calcite or dyed quartz.

Identified August 25, 2026More mineral →

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At a glance

Common name: Tumbled pink quartz, likely rose quartz
Scientific name: Rose quartz; predominantly silicon dioxide (SiO₂), commonly colored by trace iron, titanium, or manganese
Category: mineral
Identified: August 25, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Typically $5-$25 for this small common tumbled lot; unusually vivid, transparent, or well-polished pieces may sell for $20-$100+.

Not an official valuation

AI estimate for general interest only — not an appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, provenance, and market demand. Verify with a professional before buying, selling, or insuring.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Rose quartz forms mainly in granitic pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, crystallizing from silica-rich fluids during Precambrian to Phanerozoic geological episodes. It commonly occurs with feldspar, mica, and other quartz varieties.

Uses & applications

Used for beads, cabochons, carvings, polished stones, ornaments, and decorative aggregate; it has limited industrial value compared with clear quartz.

Geological facts

Rose quartz is generally massive rather than well-crystallized; transparent pink quartz crystals are a rarer variety often called pink quartz. Color may fade with prolonged sunlight or heat.

Field identification & locations

Common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, India, and the United States. Check hardness against glass, inspect for natural cloudy translucence, and use a streak, specific-gravity, or gemological test to distinguish it from calcite or dyed material.