How do you figure out what gemstones you have?
Step 1 – Basic Observation: Color, Transparency, and Specific Gravity
- Color: Hue, Tone, Saturation. The easiest clue for separating and identifying gemstones is color.
- Hue. First, note your gemstone’s basic overall body color (or “hue”) by viewing it as a whole.
- Tone.
- Saturation.
- Transparency and Specific Gravity.
Is there an app to identify crystals and stones?
Minerals guide: Rocks, Crystals & Gemstones Minerals guide is a comprehensive application that allows geologists and hobbyists to examine and explore minerals, rocks, gemstones and crystals features. Minerals Guide can recognize more than 4,000 different stones with its characteristics.
What do rough gemstones look like?
Rough gemstones can appear dull or greasy, like butter but not as shiny as glass. They can also be shiny and glasslike, metallic or silky with no reflection.
How do you tell if a gemstone is real or fake?
While transparent and flawless gemstones are hard to find, look for any cracks, scratches, and black spots inside the gemstone before you zero in on your purchase. You can also consult a qualified gemologist to find out if the gem is natural or not.
Do gemstones really work?
Gemstones don’t work without you actively engaging with its energy. They can’t bring you luck, love or money. But they can amplify your own vibrations, activate your own “program” so you see new opportunities, open your heart and attract love, focus your efforts and improve your life and so on…
How can you tell if a stone is real or not?
Apply heat test by using a lighter, if the stone melts down then it is fake (plastic) and if the stone remains solid then it is original.
Is there a free app for identifying crystals?
Our free App ‘A Guide to Crystals – The CC’ is now available for download on iOS and Android!
Where can I find raw gemstones?
To identify a rough gemstone, review its mineral qualities, inspect its streak and examine its luster. Each gemstone has its own particular set of qualities you can catalog to help you with identification. Check with your state’s department of mines and minerals to locate regions suitable for rockhounding in your area.