Learn About Rose Quartz
Rose quartz isn't just a pretty gem. It's believed to attract love and bring in peace and tenderness to your life.
Rose Quartz
- Quartz
- 7 Mohs
- Love, Harmony
Round
Pear
Oval
Round
Pear
OvalOverview
This alluring gem is a variety of the mineral quartz and is named after its delicate hue. Rose quartz has been admired by both crystal collectors and gem enthusiasts for its soft translucence and beautiful shade that ranges from very light to medium-dark pink.
It is believed that the Assyrians, along with the Romans, were probably the first to have used this gem for crafting jewelry back in 800-600 BC. Rose quartz beads belonging to 7000 BC have also been found in Mesopotamia (now known as Iraq). This discovery draws focus to the gem’s considerable durability.
1. Key Origin
- Rose quartz, in enormous forms, is typically found in pegmatites. It also occurs in hydrothermal veins.
- While Brazil mines the finest quality rose quartz, this gem is also found in Sri Lanka, South Africa, India and Madagascar.
2. Associations
- The Egyptians considered it to have potent anti-aging properties, while Romans used it as a seal to signify ownership.
- In Egyptian and Greek civilizations rose quartz was often worn as a talisman for good luck.
Properties
Rated 7 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness
01Hardness & Strength
A rating of 7 on Mohs scale of mineral hardness, along with the lack of cleavage makes this gem durable for use in almost all types of jewelry. Heart-shaped rose quartz, often used in rings, is extremely popular and is sturdy enough to be worn on a daily basis.
02Treatment
Rose quartz is easily accessible and found in many deposits present across the world. They are usually not enhanced or treated in any way.
Abundance of natural material eliminates the incentive to produce synthetic rose quartz up to a significant level. The ones produced in laboratories do not hold a considerable presence in the gem and jewelry industry.
Know About Other Gems
Rose Quartz
"Rose quartz isn't just a pretty gem. It's believed to attract love and bring in peace and tenderness to your life.”
- Quartz
- Shades of pink
- 7 Mohs
- Love, Harmony
- Round
Pear
Oval
Know About Other Gems
Garnet
Don't garnets remind you of pomegranate seeds? Well, turns out their name actually comes from a Latin word that means pomegranate!
- Silicate
- Primarily red
- 6.5 to 7.5 Mohs
-
Capricorn Aquarius
- Love, Friendship, Passion
- January
Amethyst
Amethyst is love in a gem! St. Valentine too is believed to have worn an amethyst ring with Cupid’s image.
- Quartz
- Purple, Pale lilac, Deep reddish purple
- 7 Mohs
-
Aquarius Pisces
- Wisdom, Peace, Good fortune
- February
Opal
Ancient legends suggest opals fell from the heavens in flashes of lightning. That probably explains why this gem is so magical!
- Hydrated Silica
- All colors
- 5 to 6.5 Mohs
-
Libra Scorpio
- Hope, Purity, Truth
- October
Aquamarine
From its hue to its name, everything about aquamarine swirls around water. No wonder the mermaids called it their own!
- Beryl
- Pale blue, Greenish blue, Pastel blue
- 7.5 to 8 Mohs
-
Aries Pisces
- Serenity, Clarity, Harmony
- March
Ruby
Did you know ruby and sapphire are cousins? They come from the same mineral family, which is corundum!
- Corundum
- Red
- 9 Mohs
-
Cancer Leo
- Love, Power, Passion
- July
Rhodolite
Rhodolite gets its name from the Greek word ‘rhodon’ which means ‘rose.’ Such an apt name for this pretty stone!
- Garnet group of minerals
- Rose pink - deep purple
- 7 to 7.5 Mohs
- Positivity
Tanzanite
Though a new discovery, tanzanites could quickly become extinct! It's because they're mined in only one place on Earth.
- Zoisite
- Violet purple, Bluish violet
- 6 to 7 Mohs
-
Sagittarius Capricorn
- Abundance, New beginnings
- December
Tourmaline
Self-love is the best kind of love and tourmaline is considered to be the best gem to help you in this journey.
- Silicate
- All colors
- 7 to 7.5 Mohs
- Libra Scorpio
- Friendship, Compassion
- October
Sapphire
The most obsessed-over sapphire in the world is the 12-carat stunner on Princess Diana’s legendary engagement ring.
- Corundum
- Every color but red
- 9 Mohs
-
Libra Virgo
- Truth, Sincerity, Loyalty
- September
Emerald
Cleopatra was crazy about emeralds! She even took over a few Greek mines, hoping to keep all the jewels for herself.
- Beryl
- Green, Bluish green, Deep green
- 7.5 to 8 Mohs
-
Taurus Gemini
- Good fortune, Balance, Growth
- May
Tsavorite
Tsavorites may look like emeralds, but in reality, they are roughly 200 times rarer than emeralds.
- Garnet group of minerals
- Green
- 6.5 to 7.5 Mohs
- Strength, Vitality, Positivity
Onyx
Many cultures believed onyx could absorb negativity. In fact, the more negativity it absorbed, the darker it became!
- Silicate
- Primarily black
- 6.5 to 7 Mohs
- Courage, Power, Good fortune
Peridot
Unlike most gemstones that come in different colors, peridot is found only in olive green. It's a special gem, for sure!
- Olivine
- Yellowish green, Deep dark olive, Yellow-green
- 6.5 to 7 Mohs
-
Leo Virgo
- Prosperity, Good fortune
- August
Turquoise
Would you believe us if we told you that the gorgeous turquoise is one of the oldest gemstones in the world?
- Turquoise
- Blue, Greenish blue
- 5 to 6 Mohs
-
Sagittarius Capricorn
- Positivity, Happiness
- December
Citrine
In the middle ages, citrine was also called the ‘merchant's stone’ as it was believed to bring success and prosperity.
- Quartz
- Yellow-orange, Pale yellow
- 7 Mohs
-
Scorpio Sagittarius
- Positivity, Optimism
- November
Swiss Blue Topaz
Wear a topaz and it could make you invisible in times of emergency. Farfetched? Well, that's what the Ancient Greeks believed!
- Silicate
- Yellow, Orange, Brown
- 8 Mohs
-
Scorpio Sagittarius
- Love, Loyalty
- November
Morganite
Morganites were named after J.P. Morgan, who wasn't just a genius in all things finance, but a gem enthusiast too.
- Beryl
- Pale pink, Peach
- 7.5 to 8 Mohs
- Romance, Love, Harmony
Moonstone
Moonstone was declared the state gem of Florida in 1970 to honor NASA’s lunar landing and the Kennedy Space Center.
- Feldspar
- Colorless, White
- 6 to 6.5 Mohs
-
Gemini Cancer
- Good fortune, Luck
- June
The 4C’s
The below-mentioned factors help determine a rose quartz's true value:
- Color
- Carat
- Clarity
- Cuts
01Color
- This gem can be found in different shades of pink, with the dark pink hue being the most desirable.
- It is usually difficult to find small specimens of this stone with good color.
- On the other hand, large sized rose quartz stones tend to display the most appealing shades.
02Carat
- Rose quartz can be found naturally in a variety of sizes, including very large formations.
- This gives gem designers an opportunity to experiment with an assortment of shapes.
- In terms of value, size is more important than carat weight because the density may vary across stones
03Clarity
- The translucent appearance of most rose quartz stones can be attributed to tiny inclusions.
- When polished, these inclusions (depending on their position and size) will actually enhance the beauty of the gem.
- Large surface cracks, however, bring down the value significantly as they can affect the stone’s durability and the way it reflects light.
04Cuts
- Rose quartz is normally cut into cabochons and beads. Translucent rough is also used for carving dainty and whimsical figurines.
- Round, oval, pear and cushion are some of the most common shapes in which this gem is available.
- Its delicate color is often intensified by cutting the stone in larger sizes.
Quality & Grading
Based on its various properties, rose quartz can be further distinguished into the following categories of quality:
| Gem Quality | Color | Clarity | Brilliance | Rareness | Shop Products |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heirloom (AAAA) |  Medium-Dark Pink | Slightly cloudy | Very High | Top 1% |
Solitaire Oval Rose Quartz Ring with Trio Diamond Accents$1109 |
| Best (AAA) |  Medium Pink | Cloudy | High | Top 10% |
Pear-Shaped Rose Quartz Ring with Diamond Halo$1149 |
| Better (AA) |  Light Pink | Slightly Included and cloudy | Medium | Top 33% |
Rope Framed Claw-Set Rose Quartz Martini Stud Earrings$199 |
| Good (A) |  Very Light Pink | Slightly Included and cloudy | Low | Top 75% |
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Care Instructions
This gem is durable enough for most types of jewelry, and is perfect for daily wear. But it is essential to keep the following tips in mind to ensure that your rose quartz remains beautiful.
