However, many times wholesalers are incorrect in their labeling of crystals. They may directly message you asking for your attention and showing you pieces they have to offer for amazing prices. If you're new to crystals, you may find yourself stumbling upon international wholesalers who seem to have every crystal that you're looking for and it may be tempting to buy from these sources. If you are looking to buy a new crystal or you see something that you've never heard of, give it a quick Google search to see what it is supposed to look like! The best way to educate yourself on fake crystals is by experience. Purchasing from reputable and educated sellers also will limit your chances of getting fooled. Although this does not prevent against crystals that have been color enhanced by heat, you will be sure that you are not getting anything that is glass, plastic, or lab grown. Even an experienced buyer or seller can sometimes be fooled by fakes.Ī great way to reduce your chance of getting fake crystals as a beginner is to get crystals in their raw, natural form. With the proper knowledge, you will be able to spot fake and altered crystals easily! And if you do realize you have some fake pieces in your collection or you feel drawn to some of these man-made varieties, don't worry! There's nothing wrong with enjoying fake or treated pieces, as long as you know that they are artificial and aren't getting tricked into buying something that you didn't expect.Īs a crystal shopper, it's inevitable that you'll run into fake crystals man-made, crystals, dyed crystals, and mislabeled crystals eventually.
I know I have, and I still have treated and man made crystals today! It's all part of the journey. Most crystal collectors have made mistakes early on in their collection.
Don't let the fear of fakes stop you from diving into the crystal world! And don't feel ashamed or embarrassed if you accidentally have bought or even sold fake or treated crystals.
But it's not true, most crystal varieties are not as easily faked as people believe. Sometimes people fear that all crystals that come from China are fake. Sometimes it can seem that everything is so easily faked that you can never be sure you're getting the real deal. The good news is that the majority of crystals on the market from crystal shops and small businesses are genuine, and avoiding the fakes is not as difficult as it may seem. When you are first beginning your crystal journey, it can be intimidating trying to tell fakes from genuine pieces when there is such a variety of crystals out there! It is always good to be educated and do your research when you are first getting into buying and selling crystals.
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