Rose Quartz
Quartz var. Rose Quartz · Semi-Precious Gemstone and Mineral Specimen
Crystal System
Trigonal, typically occurring in massive, compact habits rather than distinct terminated crystals.
Mineral Group
Silicates (Tectosilicate)
Chemical Formula
SiO2
Formation Process
Pegmatitic and hydrothermal veins, forming at high temperatures within magmatic environments.
About This Crystal
A rough, massive chunk of pale pink quartz with a translucent to opaque appearance, vitreous to greasy luster, and internal fracturing typical of raw specimens.
Physical Characteristics
Pale pink color with a white streak, conchoidal fracture, lack of clear cleavage planes, specific gravity of approximately 2.65, and generally brittle tenacity.
Optical Properties
Singly or weakly doubly refractive with a refractive index around 1.544 to 1.553, showing faint or no pleochroism.
Hardness & Durability
Origin Region
Madagascar, Brazil, United States, South Africa, and India.
Hardness & Durability
Mohs hardness of 7, making it durable for general handling but sensitive to thermal shock and harsh impacts due to internal fractures.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water using a soft cloth; avoid ultrasonic cleaners and prolonged direct sunlight to prevent color fading.
Rarity & Value
Common, widely available, with value determined by color saturation, size, and transparency; affordable in rough massive forms.
Special Characteristics
Can occasionally display asterism (star effect) when cut into cabochons due to microscopic dumortierite or fibrous inclusions.
Lore & History
Historically associated with love, emotional healing, and compassion, widely used in modern crystal healing and linked primarily to the Heart Chakra.