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Rose quartz

Rose quartz is a type of quartz.


An elephant carved in rose quartz,
4 inches (10 cm) long.


It is not very popular as a faceted gem because its pink color is often too pale and the stones are always cloudy. When rose quartz is cut in cabochons, or rounded into beads for necklaces or carved, it is far more effective.