mineral
Tumbled rose quartz
Quartz, SiO₂; pink variety commonly called rose quartz
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 7; translucent pale pink to lavender-pink, with a vitreous luster and trigonal crystal structure. The rounded shape and smooth surface indicate it has been tumbled and polished; individual crystal faces and cleavage are not visible.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 7; translucent pale pink to lavender-pink, with a vitreous luster and trigonal crystal structure. The rounded shape and smooth surface indicate it has been tumbled and polished; individual crystal faces and cleavage are not visible.
Formation & geological history
Rose quartz forms mainly in pegmatites and quartz veins as silica-rich magma cools; its pink color is associated with trace elements or microscopic inclusions. It occurs in Precambrian rocks and younger pegmatites.
Uses & applications
Used for jewelry, carvings, decorative objects, and inexpensive collector specimens.
Geological facts
Quartz is abundant in Earth’s crust, and rose quartz is typically cloudy rather than transparent like many gem varieties.
Field identification & locations
Common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, India, and South Africa. Identify it by its pink color, glassy polish, and hardness—quartz can scratch ordinary glass; a photo alone cannot confirm the variety.
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