mineral
Tumbled Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose red color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with indistinct cleavage, and a specific gravity of 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose red color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with indistinct cleavage, and a specific gravity of 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, as well as metamorphic and sedimentary environments, crystallizing from silica-rich solutions at high temperatures.
Uses & applications
Commonly used in crystal healing, decorative items, tumbled pocket stones, and inexpensive gemstone jewelry like beads and cabochons.
Geological facts
The pink color is traditionally attributed to microscopic trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese, or possibly microscopic fibrous inclusions of dumortierite within the quartz structure.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive pink coloration, glassy to greasy luster, and lack of cleavage. Found worldwide with major deposits in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the USA.
