Rose Quartz
Also known as rose quartz. It usually occurs in massive form, and rarely shows crystal form as quartz. Its pink color is due to the presence of microscopic crystals of titanium oxide.
The beautiful radiance of rose quartz
Basic Information
| English Name | Rose Quartz |
|---|---|
| Japanese Name | Beni-seikei |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
| Classification | Hexagonal (Trigonal) system |
| Hardness | 7 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.65 |
Characteristics and Variations
- Star Rose Quartz: Needle-like inclusions of titanium oxide intersect in specific orientations to display a star effect.
- Rose Quartz Cat's Eye: The chatoyancy effect becomes prominent when rutile inclusions are densely aligned in a single direction.
Origins, Aliases, Treatments, and Similar Stones
Treatments: Impregnation, back-coating, and irradiation may be performed.
Similar Stones: Eucryptite: Found in Londonderry, Australia; Morganite.