What does fake amethyst cluster look like how we identified?
Crystalwellness Online Store Australia: A fake amethyst cluster may have several visual cues that can help identify it. Here are some characteristics to look out for when determining if an amethyst cluster is genuine or fake:
Color: Natural amethyst clusters typically have a range of purple hues, from pale lavender to deep violet. Be wary of clusters that have an unnaturally vibrant or uniform color, as this may indicate that they are synthetic or artificially enhanced.
Transparency: Genuine amethyst clusters often have a transparent to translucent appearance, allowing you to see through the crystal formations. Fake amethyst clusters may lack this transparency, appearing cloudy or opaque instead.
Crystal Structure: Amethyst clusters are composed of individual crystals that grow together, forming a cluster-like structure. Authentic clusters will have distinct, well-formed crystals with defined terminations (tips) and various sizes. In contrast, fake amethyst clusters might have uniform or irregular crystal shapes, lacking the natural variations seen in genuine specimens.
Growth Patterns: Look closely at the growth patterns of the crystals within the cluster. Natural amethyst crystals typically grow in six-sided prismatic shapes with pyramid-like terminations. Fake clusters may have crystals that lack this natural growth pattern, appearing more irregular or uniform in shape.
Surface Texture: Real amethyst clusters often have a rough and uneven surface texture, with individual crystals exhibiting natural imperfections and irregularities. Fake clusters may have a perfectly smooth or overly polished surface, indicating artificial manipulation.
Weight and Density: While not easily determined visually, the weight and density of a cluster can provide additional clues. Authentic amethyst clusters are relatively heavy due to the presence of quartz, the mineral that makes up amethyst. Fake clusters made from materials like glass or resin may be noticeably lighter.
Price and Source: Unusually low prices or sellers with questionable reputations can also be indicators of a fake amethyst cluster. Genuine amethyst clusters are relatively valuable, and prices are generally reflective of their quality and rarity.
It's important to note that these characteristics should be considered in combination rather than individually. If you have doubts about the authenticity of an amethyst cluster, it is recommended to consult with an expert gemologist or visit a reputable gemstone dealer for further evaluation.
Witches have always been perceived negatively, but the Cunning-folk, having a greater repertoire of practice and services, were considered useful […] by the ordinary folk. When the age of reason dawned, bringing with it industrialization and urbanization, it diminished greatly the need for and belief in Witchcraft and its attendant superstitions. Survival occurred mainly in rural pockets, within family communities largely isolated from the spreading […] modern disease. It lingered, finally withering in the wake of two world wars, devolving into quaint but tenacious traditions, quietly in the shadows.
Then in 1951, Gerald Gardner shattered the peace with his vision of a Pagan revival. He re-styled the archaic practice of Wicca and launched it onto a world nostalgic for customs and traditions of the past it believed lost in the decimation of war and creeping intellectualism. The New-Age had begun. An old idea took new form, presented as the new occultism, the presentable face of Paganism. Gardner especially, astutely distanced his Pagan revival from the stain of any perceived demonic occultism linked to the medieval practices of Witchcraft, adhering more closely […] to the acceptable role of the cunning-folk, or wise-person, promoting what has since been described habitually and erroneously, as ‘white Witchcraft’.
This is a moral distinction that has no existence in reality. The morals of the person alone dictate how they use and express their Craft, not the other way around. This is a false assumption that has no historical precedent, yet exists to disguise the ugly and unpalatable aspects of the Craft’s real history. Even so, this extremely popular generic Paganism of Gardner’s has proved an effective if somewhat romantic synthesis that has now established itself firmly as a ‘tradition’, in the strictest sense. Influenced by ceremonial and contemporary occult schools, he devised rituals free of such constraints, with more levity than their archaic counterparts, and which utilized the tools and drama of all three. I do of course relate this without bias or prejudice, as I am obviously an initiate of that line.
From ‘At the feet of the Maid: An Interview with Shani Oates, Maid of the Clan of Tubal Cain’ from Clan Tubal Cain; Ameth of Raising Cain (My Ko-Fi Here)
[Image Description: Kiran Laghari, an Espeon Pokejinka. They have medium-brown skin, short lilac and violet hair, violet eyes, a red oval jewel in the center of their forehead, large Espeon ears on their head, and a long Espeon tail. They are wearing various bits of jewelry and piercings, an orange collar with a gold sun-shaped ring attached, a purple tube top, a pale lilac jacket that is made partially of holographic material with sun-shaped cufflinks, lilac pants, a purple and gold belt, and light blue heeled sandals. They are holding out one hand, the other near their face as they smile. The background features a turquoise and yellow pixelated gradient, pale yellow and orange rectangles resembling steps positioned near Kiran's feet as though they are walking down them, and a large orange and yellow sun taking up most of the background from the top right corner. End ID.]
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More Art Fight with Kiran! It may not be my preferred method of doing Pokejinkas per se, but I can still appreciate the ones where people keep the ears and tail and such in the human design, especially when it makes their Look unique. And Kiran is gorgeous anyway! Absolute stunner :D
🎨 Good luck to all my fellow Art Fight participants! And most importantly, have fun!! 🎨
Coated in gore and dripping with blood, none of it his own, Ameth's cheeky little comment could almost be seen as madness. That is, if the other 'person' present were not in a similar... predicament.
What would be even more shocking is that there was every change he was being truly genuine. In his disturbing point-of-view, this already gorgeous woman now covered in the remains of their unfortunate victim was a stunning, awe-inspiring sight. A living work of art, unmatched beauty. Perhaps one would have been able to catch the sound of his heart skipping a beat (or, rather, the lack thereof) the moment he first laid eyes on her.
Then again, there was every chance he was still playing the role of stooge...
Blood and viscera coated nearly every inch of Giratina. Truthfully, she hadn't expected this to be so messy, though she was never one to complain. Crimson eyes focused downwards on her hands, picking pieces of flesh from beneath razor-sharp nails. Her canines were equally as bloody, having lost herself a tad bit in the moment. She hadn't wasted any tool at her disposal.
Killing solo was one thing. Killing in a pair was absolutely another.
Still, she had no complaints. It was a rarity that someone would actually partake in such violence, rather than attempting to stop her or reason with her. That, in of itself, had very much piqued her interest.
Well, that was until this new murder partner of hers spoke.
Giratina's gaze immediately flicked up from her nails, unable to stop the incredulous laugh that passed her painted lips. Whether it was one of mirth, or mockery, was anyone's guess - it all sounded the same regardless.
"I think the word you're looking for is 'delusional'." Giratina supplied, pausing to lick blood from her teeth. Had her clothes not been so sullied, she would have wiped her hands off as well. "Or 'suicidal', perhaps?" She'd continue picking at her nails, looking back up to the other every now and then. Something about him was interesting; she could sense something peculiar that made her want to stick around, instead of just writing him off. A rarity for the Renegade these days.
"Regardless," she'd flick a bit of gore from her hand, looking at the carnage that lay at their feet, "nice work. I'm surprised someone was able to actually keep up with me- well, I'm more surprised that you didn't care to try and stop me. Too many virtuous, self-righteous people these days..." He had her interest, now, and whether that was a positive or a negative was yet to be seen.