Who doesn’t love rose quartz in all its varying hues of
pink? Rose quartz takes its name from the flower because of its translucent and
delicate pink color caused by traces of iron, manganese or titanium. Rose
quartz is usually very large - meaning that it doesn't form crystals. Rose
quartz is found in Madagascar, India, Germany and several areas in the USA.
Much rose quartz was extracted from a famous site near Custer, South Dakota,
but now, most of the world's supply comes from Brazil. Rose quartz is one of
the most valued varieties of quartz. The pink to rose red color is unique.
The color of rose quartz is still not completely understood.
It has been said to be due to a number of different minor impurities present in
the rose quartz including titanium, manganese and even colloidal gold. However,
recent studies using micro-analytical methods have discovered that the color of
massive rose quartz is actually due to microscopic mineral fibers in the rose
quartz. X-ray diffraction tests on these microscopic fibers yielded patterns
similar to the mineral dumortierite, suggesting the possibility of a totally
new and as yet unknown fibrous mineral causing the color in massive rose
quartz. The rare transparent crystals of rose quartz owe their coloration to
aluminum and phosphorous impurities. Their pink color is photosensitive and can
fade in sunlight.
Rose quartz is often called the 'love stone'. It is
associated with forgiveness and compassion and can create a wonderful calming
influence. It is soft and delicate inspiring feelings of love and friendship.
Rose quartz is aid to help remove repressed anger and hatred and is said to
remove negative influences such as jealousy and avarice. It is said to aid the
spleen, kidneys and circulation system. Rose quartz also eases sexual and
emotional imbalance and can also improve fertility. It makes a lovely gift as
it is a symbol of love.
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