Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz is a well-known transparent to translucent variety of quartz that has a characteristic pink color, attributed to trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese. It is often used in jewelry and is prized for its soft, pastel hue.
Category: Quartz
Hardness: 7
Specific Gravity: 2.65
Luster: Vitreous
Transparency: Translucent to Transparent
Crystal System: Trigonal
Cleavage: None
Fracture: Conchoidal
Composition: Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
Typical Size: Stones can range from small tumbled pieces to large specimens over several inches in size.
Found In:
India
Brazil
United States
Portugal
France
IndiaBrazilUnited StatesPortugalFranceUses:
- Jewelry making
- Ornamental objects
- Healing stones
- Meditation tools
Rose Quartz is often called the 'Love Stone' as it is believed to promote love, compassion, and emotional healing. It is associated with the heart chakra and encourages emotional balance.