Rose Quartz 粉晶
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The color of rose quartz ranges from very light pink (almost white) to medium-dark pink. The most appealing color typically occurs in larger sizes; small rose quartz specimens with good color tend to be scarce. Rose quartz is usually found in massive form, so well-shaped crystals are highly prized. FACTS...
The color of rose quartz ranges from very light pink (almost white) to medium-dark pink. The most appealing color typically occurs in larger sizes; small rose quartz specimens with good color tend to be scarce. Rose quartz is usually found in massive form, so well-shaped crystals are highly prized.
FACTS
- Mineral: Quartz
- Chemical composition: SiO2
- Color: Very light pink to medium-dark pink
- Refractive index: 1.544 to 1.553
- Specific gravity: 2.66 (+0.03/-0.02)
- Mohs hardness: 7
DELICATE COLOR: The deepest colors often occur in large sizes; small specimens with good color are rare.
TRANSLUCENCE: Microscopic mineral inclusions give this pastel gem a cloudy translucence.
SIX-POINTED STAR: When rose quartz contains small, well oriented inclusions, it can sometimes show asterism.
WHY WE LOVE THIS GEMSTONE
DELICATE COLOR
The most appealing color typically occurs in larger sizes. Small specimens generally display lighter shades of pink.
PHENOMENAL
When rose quartz contains numerous small inclusions, it can show a cat’s-eye or the more common star effect.
CARVINGS
Rose quartz has been popular with gem carvers for producing figurines and other small decorative objects.