This piece is carved from rose quartz, the pink variety of quartz known for its soft, translucent glow. The heart is shaped and polished into a flat form, highlighting the natural color variations within the stone.
Details:
- Material: Rose Quartz (a variety of quartz colored by trace elements such as titanium or manganese)
- Size: Approximately 4 × 4 inches
- Shape: Flat heart, polished on both sides
- Appearance: Ranges from pale pink to deeper rose tones, often semi-translucent with subtle internal clouding or banding
- Physical Properties: Mohs hardness of 7, durable and smooth to the touch
- Educational Value: Demonstrates mineral coloration caused by impurities, the durability of quartz, and how natural crystals can be shaped into recognizable symbolic forms
This rose quartz heart is both a decorative carving and an example of how minerals can be transformed into meaningful shapes while preserving their natural beauty.
