1. Look for Imperfections (The "Too Perfect" Test) · Real crystals: Are natural, so they often have tiny imperfections, inclusions, bubbles (in glass, these are round. · Fake crystals: Are often made of glass or plastic. They can look too perfect, with a uniform color and no flaws.

2. The Temperature & Weight Test · Real crystals: Are cool to the touch. Even on a warm day, a real stone will feel noticeably cooler than the room temperature for a moment. · Fake crystals: Glass will feel cool initially but warm up quickly in your hand. Plastic will feel light and warm right away.

3. The Scratch Test (Use with Caution!) This can damage softer crystals, so only try this on a less valuable piece. · Real crystals: Vary in hardness. · Fake crystals: A plastic fake won't scratch glass.

1. Clarity High-quality crystals: These crystals typically have a clean surface without many visible inclusions or cracks. Low-quality crystals: You may see many visible inclusions, cracks, or clouding.

2. Color High-quality crystals: Natural crystals typically have a deep, vibrant, rich color, and the color should be uniform. Low-quality crystals: You may see a lighter or uneven color, which may indicate the crystal has been dyed or treated.

3. Texture High-quality crystals: High-quality crystals have a smooth texture and feel cool to the touch. They have a certain weight or density, depending on the type of crystal. Low-quality crystals: They may feel rough, have noticeable cracks or chips, or feel lighter than expected (indicating they may be plastic or glass imitations).

1. Crystals and Energy Induction Crystals are believed to possess vibrational energy that can influence your own energy field, or aura. Each crystal has a specific frequency, or vibration, that corresponds to a specific type of energy (such as healing, calming, or protection). It is believed that when you meditate with a crystal, you can tune into its frequency, which can help balance your emotions, focus your attention, or align your energy with your intention.

2. Crystals and Chakras The chakra system consists of seven major energy centers in the human body, each associated with a different physical, emotional, and spiritual aspect of life. Crystals are often used to balance and align these energy centers.

3. Crystal Meditation To meditate with a crystal, you hold the crystal or place it on your body, typically over the chakra you wish to meditate on. The crystal's energy is believed to amplify your meditation intention, helping you focus on a specific emotion, thought, or area of ​​your life you wish to heal.

1. Energy Vibration Connection: Crystals are believed to have specific vibrational frequencies, and each person has a unique energy field, or aura. Crystals are believed to amplify, absorb, or reflect energy, which may include your emotions or mental state.

 2. Emotional Sensitivity: Crystals are often said to amplify your feelings. If you meditate or keep crystals nearby, it's believed that crystals can help shift or adjust your emotional state, either by calming you (for example, rose quartz represents love) or energizing you (for example, citrine represents confidence).

 3. Intuitive Response: Some practitioners believe that crystals can "recognize" your energy. For example, if you have a lower energy level, a tourmaline crystal may be drawn to your body; while a clear crystal may become warmer or heavier as it absorbs negative energy from your aura.