Join author and world-renowned crystal expert Nicholas Pearson for a brief discussion of how to spot crystal fakes, forgeries, and other frauds on the market. Nicholas will share his expertise from hands-on experience gathered through three decades of collecting and his previous work in the earth science field.

Participants will:

• Learn the difference between synthetic, simulated, and treated gemstones
• Break down the processes used in the most popular crystal treatments and enhancements
• Get acquainted with trustworthy resources for learning about geology, gemmology, and mineral science to better identify fakes and frauds
• Enjoy a slideshow with examples of crystal fakes to learn to spot the difference themselves
• Participate in Q & A

Replay will be sent out within 48 hours. Buy a ticket or attend for free by subscribing to Patreon.