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Semi-Precious Gemstones

Rose Quartz

Pale pink to deep rose

Available in

History and Origin

Rose quartz, known as the stone of love, has been used in ancient cultures for its calming energy and beauty. Its soft pink hue symbolizes compassion and warmth.

Brazil, Madagascar, India, USA

Mostly comes from

Currently priced at

$5 - $50 per carat

a Carat

Chemical Formula

SiO₂

Hardness

7

on Mohs scale

Luster

Vitreous (Glassy)

Crystal System

Trigonal (Rhombohedral)

Refractive Index

1.54

Specific Gravity

2.65

Color(s)

Pale pink to deep rose
Chemical Formula
SiO₂
Hardness
7
Luster
Vitreous (Glassy)
Crystal System
Trigonal (Rhombohedral)
Refractive Index
1.54
Specific Gravity
2.65

Help Guide

Crystal System
Gemstones and minerals are classified into seven primary crystal systems based on their atomic structure.
Refractive Index
The refractive index (RI) of a material measure how much light is bent, or refracted, when entering the material from another medium.
Specific Gravity
The specific gravity (SG) of a substance is a measure of its density compared to water.
Chemical Formula
A chemical formula shows the types and quantities of atoms in a molecule.

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