Rose quartz is one of the most wonderful members of quartz family. Rose quartz is a variety of quartz that has a range of color from light pink to a nearly rose red. The pink to rose red color is completely unique, unlike any other pink mineral species. The color is caused by iron and titanium impurities.
There are so many discount rose quartz available in shops and these have usually been dyed to enhance their color. The color of a dyed variety will be unnaturally bright or a garish pink. These types are often very cheap in price too.
Rose quartz is mostly used as an ornamental stone and as a gemstone. It is also an alternate birthstone for January. Although rose quartz is usually too cloudy to be used as a cut gemstone, a few outstanding pieces are found with enough clarity and color to make fine gems.
cheap rose quartz is also a very attractive ornamental stone and is carved into spheres, pyramids, obelisks, figurines and ornate statues.......