mineral

Tumbled rose quartz

Quartz, SiO₂ (pink variety commonly called rose quartz)

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Mohs hardness 7; pale pink, translucent to opaque, with a vitreous luster and trigonal crystal structure. The rounded shape and smooth surface indicate tumbling; the specimen’s mass does not show distinct cleavage.

Identified October 10, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Rose quartz forms in silica-rich pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, with pink color associated with trace elements or microscopic inclusions. Its age depends on the host deposit and cannot be determined from the image.

Uses & applications

Used for jewelry, carvings, ornament, and mineral collecting; this small tumbled piece is mainly decorative.

Geological facts

Quartz is one of Earth’s most abundant minerals. Rose quartz is commonly cut or tumbled because it is attractive but usually not transparent enough for faceted gems.

Field identification & locations

Look for its pink color, glassy luster, hardness sufficient to scratch glass, and lack of cleavage; common sources include Brazil, Madagascar, and South Dakota. Image-based identification is consistent with rose quartz.