In nature, the number of stones known to man is almost limitless. Often they are divided into groups depending on their value, but a lot of important indicator is the color of minerals. It is worth noting that pink shades are enough gems, while they have an incredible appearance and play with colors under the sunlight. Pink is a combination of red and white flowers that conquers girls with its beauty. In general, this shade brings romantic and tender feelings, is considered a symbol of tenderness, passion and love, at the same time - it is a symbol of lightness and purity, a certain innocence.
Properties and features of pink stones
At the moment, it is probably difficult to find a pink stone, which has not yet been studied and found. In addition, each mineral has a unique chemical composition and properties, betraying its importance and value. In general, pink stones can be divided into three categories, depending on their value:
- Decorative and ornamental.
- Semi-precious.
- Precious.
At the same time, we can safely say that each of the stones of this color has an attractive appearance, has unique physical, chemical and structural features. It is difficult for an ordinary person to understand which stone is in front of him, and it is impossible in principle to determine the value at a glance. Many believe that more expensive minerals are distinguished by the beauty and tenderness of pink color, but in reality this is not always the case.
Varieties of ornamental and decorative stones of pink color
At the moment, the following pink stones are known, having a low price:
- Rhodochrosite is a stone of natural origin, which has an amazing appearance when properly processed. Usually it is used to create jewelry. Outwardly, this stone resembles roses in color, and the color play is ensured by iron in the chemical composition of the mineral. At the same time, it is similar to malachite, since rhodochrosite plays with paints and divorces of pink and cherry flowers. The stone has a specific structure, so its cut is almost impossible, so it is made at the level of cabochons. It is noteworthy that this stone has a low cost, but pendants and bracelets with it can be more expensive than gold.
- Jasper - silica, calcium, iron and aluminum. In general, this stone is of different shades and is practically not used when creating jewelry. The material is capricious and inexpensive, so most often it can be found as a subject of interior decoration or amulet.
- Rhodonite - a stone with an unusual structure, having a delicate shade of pink and interspersed with light and dark shades. The chemical composition includes calcium silicate, as well as impurities of magnesium, iron and manganese. Due to the bright veins, the stone has an elegant appearance that makes jewelers use it when creating jewelry.
- Coral is a stone that is called a mineral more arbitrarily, since it is based on the remains of marine inhabitants. The chemical composition is organic impurities and calcium carbonate. It is worth noting that it is pink corals that have the greatest value. Usually they are used in the form of beads, brightly shiny after processing and polishing. The main material disadvantage is high brittleness that requires careful handling.
Semi-Precious Pink Stones
It is worth noting that the semiprecious minerals of this color are few, but they all have an attractive appearance and unique physical characteristics. Types of semi-precious pink minerals:
- Agate - a relatively inexpensive stone, which is quite common. The chemical composition is silicon oxide and various natural impurities. A distinctive feature - unique patterns, conquering their beauty. In general, agate is soft in processing and inexpensive stone, which is often used to create inexpensive jewelry.
- Quartz is a rock that is dominated by silica, iron and aluminum. Pink rose quartz is rare, distinguished by a noble and gentle color.
- Corundum is a mineral that has several types, including sapphire and ruby (some of the most precious stones). As for pink corundum, it is inexpensive, and manganese, aluminum oxide, titanium and crystalline alumina predominate in its composition. Stone is used in industry for the production of glass, optical devices and abrasive materials, since it has high strength (only diamond is more durable). As for jewelry, there is practically no such thing with this stone.
Precious pink stones
As you know, the most expensive pink minerals include stones that have a bright and saturated color, high hardness and strength. These stones are constantly used to create jewelry made of platinum and gold, while having a very high cost, because in nature it is not so easy to find them. Types of precious pink gems:
- Spinel - aluminum oxide with magnesium compound, which is extremely difficult to find in nature.If chromium is present, the color changes from pink to crimson. The cost of a stone is several thousand dollars per carat, and a completely transparent stone, which occurs only in the bowels of Afghanistan, is of particular value. A diamond cut is used for processing, after which gold and platinum pieces are decorated with stones.
- Sapphire - the most rare and beautiful stone, having a high value. The composition is dominated by chromium and aluminum oxide, therefore the stone is quite strong, has a high refractive index. A special kind of sapphire with the effect of "cat's eye".
- Kunzite is a complex aluminum silicate with the addition of lithium. For the first time, it was learned about him as a precious material only at the end of the last century, when Kennedy's ring went under the hammer.
- Rubelite is a type of pink tourmaline that looks like a ruby. Some give it up as a ruby, as it really does not cost anything, but only serves as a quality fake of expensive material.
- Topaz is a stone containing fluorine, chromium and aluminum silicates. Demanding mineral that needs proper care. If it is kept in direct sunlight for a long time, then it will lose its luster, turning into a gray-dirty stone.
- Morganite is a type of beryl. Manganese, lithium and cesium impurities give the stone a unique pink color. The gem quickly loses its marketable appearance during prolonged contact with sunlight or exposure to high temperatures. The stone has high strength, therefore it is processed using a diamond-cut. Rarely used to create jewelry for one reason only - almost no one knows anything about it.
