mineral

Tumbled rose quartz

Rose quartz, silicon dioxide (SiO₂), quartz variety

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Typically Mohs hardness 7, translucent to semi-transparent, pale pink, with a vitreous luster and trigonal crystal structure; quartz has no cleavage and conchoidal fracture. The rounded shape indicates mechanical tumbling and polishing.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Forms mainly in granitic pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, with pink color commonly related to microscopic inclusions of dumortierite or other mineral defects. Quartz deposits range from Precambrian to recent geological ages.

Uses & applications

Used for beads, cabochons, carvings, ornamental objects, and inexpensive crystal collecting; it has limited industrial significance compared with ordinary quartz.

Geological facts

Rose quartz commonly occurs as massive material rather than distinct crystals; transparent, well-formed crystals are uncommon and more valuable.

Field identification & locations

Identify it by its even pale-pink color, glassy luster, hardness, and lack of cleavage; common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, India, South Africa, and the United States. This image cannot confirm identity without testing.