Associated with love and beauty, rose quartz has been used for thousands of years in jewelry, talismans, and rituals. Ancient Egyptians believed it could prevent aging.
Country of Origin
Brazil, Madagascar, India, USA
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.
