Top 5 Most Common Fake Crystals

From glass lookalikes to lab-coated illusions and neon-dyed stones, fake “crystals” are everywhere. Here’s a breakdown of the top 5 most common imposters you’ll never find in our shop—and why honoring the earth means staying rooted in what’s real.

1. Opalite (a.k.a. Opal Glass)

- What it really is: A manmade glass often sold as “moonstone” or “opal”

- Why it’s misleading: It’s synthetic, offers NO energetic properties, and confuses beginners

- Our take: We work with natural opals and moonstone, never glass marketed as something sacred

2. Dyed Magnesite (Fake Turquoise)

- What it really is: A porous white stone dyed blue to imitate turquoise

- Why it’s a problem: It fades, stains, and misrepresents a deeply spiritual stone

- Our take: We honor turquoise by only using the real thing, sourced from our local Arizona mines only

3. Dyed Neon Quartz

- What it really is: Low grade quartz saturated with artificial dyes for a hyper-bright effect

- Why it matters: The dye masks the natural energy and integrity of the quartz

- Our take: Color doesn’t equal power—clarity does

4. Angel Aura Quartz

- What it really is: Quartz coated with vaporized metals to create an iridescent rainbow sheen

- Why it’s controversial: The natural stone is altered with heat and metal to appear “magical”

- Our take: We don’t sell illusions. We honor the original.

5. Dyed Agate Geode Slices

- What it really is: Sliced agate that is artificially dyed hot pink, teal, or neon green

- Why it matters: It’s aesthetic over authenticity—and often marketed to the unknowing or those who are newer to crystals 

- Our take: Earth doesn’t need enhancement. We let nature speak for itself.

In a world full of crystal fakes, enhancements, and imposter brands, we stay rooted in what's REAL. We believe in honoring the energy of the earth—not manipulating it or faking it. Every stone we work with is genuine, thoughtfully sourced, and aligned with our commitment to integrity. You’ll never find anything but natural stones in our shop— we want to stay committed to our original vision and promise of real stones and real energy, always remaining a place that you can trust. 🙏💫