How do I identify Strawberry Quartz?

Strawberry Quartz can be identified by its hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, Pink to red color, Vitreous luster, Trigonal crystal system. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Strawberry Quartz?

Strawberry Quartz typically appears in Pink to red. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Strawberry Quartz?

Strawberry Quartz has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a relatively hard mineral suitable for jewelry.

Strawberry Quartz

A variety of Quartz

Uncommon

What is Strawberry Quartz?

Strawberry Quartz is a trade name that refers to a number of synthetically made materials used for ornamental and decorative purposes. The material is usually made by mixing quartz crystals with pale amethyst, which contains hematite. It is usually sold in the form of crystals, tumbled stones, or beads.

Optical Properties

Refractive Index: 1.544-1.553
Birefringence: 0.009
Pleochroism: Weakly dichroic
Optical Character: Biaxial positive
Dispersion: 0.013

Discover Values

Rarity

3.8out of 5.0

76%

Popularity

4.2out of 5.0

84%

Beauty

4.3out of 5.0

86%

Cultural Value

4.0out of 5.0

80%

Collection Value

4.3out of 5.0

86%