How to know if it's real?

AmethystEyes

• #1

I have a ring with an amethyst in it. But I'm not sure if it's real because it's on the big side. It was given to me.
Is there a way to know the difference? Other than getting it checked out of course.

 

MCsea

• #2

can you post a pic?

Amethyst rings can be very big..

MARINA

 

willowfox

• #3

See if you can see any flaws in the stone when you hold it up to the light as amethyst is a quartz and are likely to have some flaw or other, like the facets not being exactly equal for instance due to rough cutting.

 

canid

• #4

Maybe you're thinking that authentic amethyst is really expensive; it's not. It's actually a dime a dozen, however, since it's a softer gem, it's more difficult to facet. Its worth is in other areas.

 

AmethystEyes

• #5

Hmm that I can't really tell if it has any flaws, its a dark color.
I can''t put a pic because my camera is....being strange *sigh* never have luck with technology, always seems to break around me. :\

 

WinterRose

• #6

You can always take it to a jewellers. They'll be able to tell you (for free, if it's a reputable company) if it's real.

 

Briar Rose

• #7

Not all Amethyst is a dime a dozen. Take true African Amethyst for instance. It's a very deep, dark purple and clear, and can run up to some higher prices compared to most Amethyst.