BUYER'S GUIDE

This lovely pastel gem often has internal fractures that give it a cloudy translucence, so it’s generally cut into beads and cabochons. Its finest quality is highly transparent and usually faceted.

FIND A JEWELER

Use your zip code to find a jeweler near you with GIA reports and GIA-trained staff.

FIND A REPORT

Verify the information on your report matches what is archived in the GIA report database.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR

Deep pink shades are very popular for rose quartz, but they’re rare in small sizes. This gem displays noticeable color zoning.

Color
Rose quartz gets its name from its delicate pink color. Gems with even color are the most desirable.

This faceted rose quartz displays a superb transparency that is unusual for this gem. - © GIA

Clarity
Microscopic fractures can give rose quartz a translucent appearance.

This intriguing piece, called “Emptiness in a Circle,” was inspired by Shel Silverstein's children’s book, “The Missing Piece.” It features wood, rose quartz, imperial topaz, and 18K gold. It can be worn as either a pendant or a brooch. - Photo by Don Mengason, © GIA, gift of Maria Lucia Barbosa.

Cut
The delicate color of rose quartz can be intensified by cutting gems in larger sizes.

The impressive size of this museum-quality star rose quartz can be seen by comparing it to the hand that holds it. It’s part of the gem collection at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC. – Eric Welch

Carat Weight
Rose quartz is found in a wide range of sizes, including very large crystals and cut gems.

ROSE QUARTZ QUALITY FACTORS: THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE

READ ARTICLE

VIEW SAMPLE REPORT

ABOUT IDENTIFICATION REPORTS ANALYSIS & GRADING

Questions & Answers

Q
DOES GIA GRADE ROSE QUARTZ?
A
GIA evaluates rose quartz but does not grade it. A GIA Colored Stone Identification Report assesses the characteristics of any polished, rough, mounted or loose material (weight, measurements, shape, cutting style and color); identifies whether it is natural or laboratory-grown; and names any detectable treatments.
Q
IS ROSE QUARTZ ENHANCED?
A
Rose quartz is occasionally treated with radiation to intensify its color.
Q
WHAT IS THE BEST COLOR OF ROSE QUARTZ?
A
The most appealing color typically occurs in larger sizes; small rose quartz specimens with good color tend to be scarce. Rose quartz is usually light in color, making it a great pastel gemstone.