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)
Don't mind him. Decided to drop in to tell y'all that my university lessons & work have been seriously ramping up, what with finals coming up and whatnot. Did I already say I'm in university? Oh, well.
So, yes. This was just a quick heads-up that my activity will take a bit of a nose-dive until my summer holidays start. I'll still try to reply to threads and whatnot when I can, though.
[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!! 🎨
Rosy Fog: What are their immediate views on romantic love?
It's something that Giratina feels is unachievable, at least for herself. Throughout her entire youth living in the Hall of Origin, she was always reminded that she will never be loved. That she does not deserve love. She is monstrous and wicked, only built for destruction and ruination. It was drilled into her head from as long as she can remember that she is not worthy of love, no matter what kind. All she will bring upon anyone who loves her is pain, all she will ever be capable of is to hurt others. Sometimes, she wonders if she even has the capacity to love.
To love Giratina is a tragedy, in her eyes. There are far better, less damaged beings to love than her. The amount of weight and baggage she carries is far more immense than anyone realizes besides herself. To love her is to love every fault she has, which are many. It is not something that is easy, and it is not something she is very receptive of. To be loved is one of her greatest fears and hangups, finding herself feeling absolutely sick whenever she does feel that she's developing any sort of feelings for someone that treads into the love territory. Lust is different - one can lust without getting emotionally attached.
It is easier for her to be hated than to be loved. At least with the former, she has already dealt with the most poisonous and vitriolic hatred that could be directed her way. She has dealt with the misconceptions of humanity and the ire they have shown her. To be hated is simply another day, but to be loved is an event that may as well be cataclysmic.