Pink Quartz

Size: 4x4x2.5 cms

Weight: 63 grams

Location: Brazil

Product Description:

 A beautiful crystal formation of pink quartz, showcasing its delicate color and crystalline structure, from Brazil.

Geological Information:

- Location: Brazil (notably in the Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina states)
- Type: Pink Quartz (a type of silicon dioxide mineral)
- Age: Approximately 500-600 million years old (Neoproterozoic-Cambrian era)
- Formation: Hydrothermal veins, specifically in the pegmatitic and granitic rocks of the Brazilian Shield
- Fossilization Process: None (mineral formation through hydrothermal activity)
- Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale
- Distinctive Features: Delicate pink color, crystalline structure, and inclusions of dumortierite or tourmaline, characteristic of pink quartz.

Geological Significance:

- Indicates hydrothermal activity and mineral-rich fluids in the Neoproterozoic-Cambrian era
- Provides evidence of ancient geological processes and mineralization
- Offers insights into the geological history of Brazil and the formation of economic mineral deposits

This description highlights the scientific significance and geological context of the Pink Quartz, showcasing its importance as a mineral specimen. The delicate pink color and crystalline structure make it a valuable example of quartz formation.