How to Tell If a Crystal Is Real
Have you ever purchased a "rare" or "high quality" crystal or gemstone, only to later discover it's a cheap imitation? We have, too. We feel your pain.
The good news is that it is possible to tell the difference between a real crystal and a fake one. All authentic minerals have unique characteristics that you can learn to identify.
Join us as we explain practical ways to tell if a crystal is real, and browse our collection of 100% authentic items available in our store!
Find Real Crystals and Gemstones at Oak & Amethyst!
At Oak & Amethyst, we will NEVER lie to you about an item's authenticity and history. Although we do carry some artificial stones, the vast majority come directly from geologists who dug them out of the ground, and we'll always inform you which is which.
If you have a crystal whose authenticity is in question, you can even bring it into our shop and show it to us. We will happily tell you what we know about it—although we hate to be the bearers of bad news when a fake is afoot.