Strawberry Quartz look-alikes
Quartz (SiO2) with inclusions of goethite or hematite
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Open the appSeveral rocks and minerals can be confused with Strawberry Quartz. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.
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Rose Quartz
Quartz (SiO2) with microscopic dumortierite or other mineral inclusions
Also known as: Pink Quartz
Hematoid Quartz
Quartz (SiO2) with hematite inclusions or coatings
Also known as: Fire Quartz
Red Aventurine
Quartz (SiO2) with disseminated hematite or goethite flakes
Also known as: Strawberry Aventurine (misnomer)
Jasper
Cryptocrystalline Quartz (SiO2) with iron oxide inclusions
Also known as: Red Jasper
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