mineral

Rose Quartz

Silicon dioxide (SiO2) with trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: pale pink to rosy red; Luster: vitreous (glassy); Crystal structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal; Cleavage: none; Specific gravity: approx. 2.65

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: pale pink to rosy red
Luster: vitreous (glassy)

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: pale pink to rosy red; Luster: vitreous (glassy); Crystal structure: Hexagonal/Trigonal; Cleavage: none; Specific gravity: approx. 2.65

Formation & geological history

Commonly formed in core zones of granite pegmatites and in hydrothermal veins. Large crystals are rare; it usually occurs in massive form.

Uses & applications

Primarily used in jewelry (beads, cabochons), ornamental carvings, and as a popular specimen for rock collectors and gemstone enthusiasts.

Geological facts

Unlike other varieties of quartz that form distinct crystals, rose quartz typically occurs in large chunks (massive). The pink color is often attributed to microscopic inclusions of fibrous dumortierite-like minerals.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic pale-to-deep pink color and glassy luster. It is commonly found in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States (South Dakota).

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