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Fake, Dyed or Lab-Grown? A Collector's Guide to Treated and Imitation Crystals

Fake, Dyed or Lab-Grown? A Collector's Guide to Treated and Imitation Crystals

Most fake crystals are one of three things: a real mineral that has been treated, an imitation made of glass, resin or a cheaper stone, or a lab-grown synthetic. None is a problem when it's disclosed. Here's how each group looks, a few quick checks, and which guides go deeper.

By EarthWonders Team · Nov 09, 2026

How to Start a Mineral Collection: A Beginner's Guide

How to Start a Mineral Collection: A Beginner's Guide

By EarthWonders Team · Sep 22, 2026

How to Buy Minerals Online (Without Getting Burned)

How to Buy Minerals Online (Without Getting Burned)

By EarthWonders Team · Jun 18, 2026