#andara crystal

[wizard-irl]

Buyers Beware - Andara "Crystals"

TLDR: It's glass slag with buzzwords sold for an iPad's worth of money.

Explanation and examples below the cut.

Archive of post.

Andara crystals are said to contain the prima-materia of alchemic fame, found by a Native shaman on a sacred site near a spiritual vortex, often claimed to be Mt. Shasta in California. Andara crystal is said to be both Atlanean and Lemurian; a stone of ascended masters, saints, and angels that vibrates in higher densities. It can clear "electromagnetic smog," activates and aligns all chakras, and accelerates spiritual growth. They are also said to be monatomic, completely missing the point of the term, which is often applied to gases made of one atom, such as helium.

What is slag? Smelt byproduct, which is notably not natural crystal or glass. Andara crystals have comparable composition to artificial soda-lime glasses over natural glasses like obsidian. Glass is not monatomic; it is commonly made from silicon dioxide, the same material as quartz.

Do you want to know how much they sell for?

Below is a search for glass slag.

Pretty similar in appearance, huh? That yellow piece is very pretty; I bet I could take it for 12$ and sell it as "Golden Light Pleiadean Ascended 6D Shaman Monatomic Andara Crystal" for 500$, and someone would buy it for that amount.

Is this worth it because they've shoved a bunch of spiritual words into the title and description promising the sun and moon to you if you pony up the cash for them?

The reason why they price them so high is people do buy them at these prices, because many people have no idea what they're actually buying.

You're not buying communication to angels. You're not buying a spiritual accelerant. You're not buying a chakra opener. You're buying well-advertised glass.

#self post #crystals #EDIT: Added alt text. #Another spinoff from a masterpost on crystals I'm working on #Realised that I shouldn't use the bulk of the post to complain about these bastards when something shorter would suffice #but I didn't want to erase all of what I wrote on them so yeah. Fuck these things. #|| #witch 101 #witchcraft 101 #andara crystal #baby witch #beginner witch #crystal witch #witchblr #witches of tumblr #witch tips #crystal #andara crystals #witch101 #wicca #crystal healing

[unseeliej]

Andara Crystals -- What are they, and what's their deal?

There are a number of stones in the gemstone trade that are referred to as crystals, when they really aren’t. Some, like art glass, don’t have a crystalline structure. Others might be mineraloids, which also lack a crystalline structure. All of this is to say that a fair amount of “crystals” aren’t really crystals at all. With that out of the way, let’s look at Andara crystals. These are often…

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#andara crystal #andara glass #crystals #druidry #gemstones #Neodruidry #Witchcraft

[creature-wizard]

PSA: If your "crystal" looks like this, it isn't a crystal!

(Images from Pixabay.com)

It's a piece of glass!

There are people out there selling chunks of glass as "Andara crystals" and claiming that they have all kinds of fantastic metaphysical properties, but if you look up pictures of cullet glass or slag glass, you'll see that's exactly what they are.

Glass is pretty, but it's not crystal. Crystals have a structured molecular order, and therefore have what's known as cleavage. Glass, on the other hand, is an amorphous solid.

If you don't care whether your shiny trinket is a real crystal or not and genuinely love the look and vibe of cullet glass/slag glass, you can buy it for much cheaper than these New Age hucksters are selling it for, while supporting people who are honest about the products they're selling.

#scams #crystals #andara crystals #crystal #witchblr #witchcraft

[eternal-trip]

"This is a[n] extremely very rare Rainbow King of Solomon Andara Crystal as it holds an amazing energy that is so powerful. It's based in white opaque with veins of Elder Brown Master Shaman, Amethyst, a huge vein of Helidor and ending with a vein of Andarian Black running through it. There is also a cap of Opaque Blue Elder Shaman and small specks of various colors that can only be seen under light [t]hat gives this crystal such a remarkable look...magical reflections and high vibrations."

King of Solomon Andara Crystal

#king of solomon andara crystal #crystals #shamanism #amethyst #uncut gems #vintage #rocks #rare crystals #peridot #labaradorite #quartz #lapis lazuli #geology

[lionfloss]

King of Solomon Lady Nellie Andara Crystal

#etsy #crystal #rocks #minerals #blue #naturecore #nature #green #1k

[gumdropmodels]

If you were a gemstone, which one would you be?

Ooooooooo that's a TOUGH question, cause I am like ADDICTED to gemstones and shiny things! I even have a little collection!!

But hmmmmm... Definitely something glass-like, clean-cut, and polished. So, like a diamond, emerald, ruby, saphire, etc. Not something that isn't opaque like pearl, turquoise, red jasper, etc.

I'd have to go wiiiith.......... Aqua Andara Crystal~ <3

[laina]

not that there’s anything wrong with colored glass cuz it’s real pretty but people will sell it for exorbitantly high prices on etsy as “andara crystal” and that’s not a real thing it is 100% of the time just slag glass

[angelandgypsy]

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: COPY - RARE Elestial Monatomic Green Andara Crystal 56mm Sphere Heart Healing.

[fengshuihome]

•dolphin water poster

• lion light code poster

• waterfall

• Chinese coins and knot

• Chinese frog

• Chimes

• powerful crystals - andara, moldavite, Libyan dessert glass

• a crystal board to activate abundance

• de-cluttering

• fu dogs for protection

• Ancient Egypt - Ankh, Eye Of Horus (protective)

• wire wrap own necklace with moldavite

[mineral-damage-captain]

A few new additions to the family. From left to right and top to bottom: red jasper, carnelian agate (2), sedona red jasper, cherry quartz (quartz + cinnabar), selenite (gypsum), yellow fluorite, serpentine, green slag glass ("andara crystal"), chrysocolla, blue aragonite, sodalite (2), and aura black obsidian (obsidian + titanium).

#tumbled stones #I'm really starting to like the look and feel of unpolished tumbled stones #also I'm a sucker for certain manmade stones apparently

[missmayblog]

There latest addition to my crystal collection. This is an Andara and I’m loving it! Andara crystals are very special. I’ve only recently discovered them. One thing I know for sure is they are powerful and feel alive! https://www.instagram.com/p/CdJpQppJyZE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[wizard-irl]

Buying Crystals - Summary and How to Buy

Part 7 of 7 on a guide for buying crystals. Read the rest here!

So now we are done. Hopefully, you’ll walk away from this as a smarter customer and have a deeper knowledge of crystals that goes beyond metaphysics. 

In summary:

Mineral mining, in general, often coincides with human exploitation in developing countries without proper labour regulations. The workers are not paid fairly and are not given adequate safety equipment. The money from mining is more likely to go to militant groups than to the workers. If a seller does not disclose the source of their minerals in more detail than the country, don't buy from them.

Synthetic crystals are not lesser than natural crystals as they are chemically and structurally identical. Their differences come from being grown in an environment best suited for their growth instead of the imperfect conditions in the Earth. It then follows that a synthetic crystal would not be metaphysically different from a natural crystal. If a synthetic crystal picks up the energies of the lab, why wouldn't a crystal pick up the miners' pain? If a seller does not disclose a crystal being synthetic, don't buy from them.

Crystals may be modified in many ways. Such modifications may not be disclosed or passed off as natural crystals. If a seller does not disclose modifications, don't buy from them.

Crystals are often sold under different names, some of which are trademarked. If a seller owns a crystal's trademark, don't buy from them. Be wary if a seller does not own the trademark but sells a trademarked crystal. Find a crystal's "generic" name before buying a trademarked crystal or one with an unusual name.

Many crystals are outright faked. There are many ways to find out if your crystal is real. Andara crystals are glass slag. If a seller does not disclose their listing is an imitation, don't buy from them.

Due to this lack of scientific basis in crystal healing, proving claims about a crystal's metaphysical efficacy is difficult. This means sellers are all too willing to use your spiritual beliefs against you by using terms such as "supercharged," "Pleiadean," "high vibrational," etc., to make you think a crystal deserves more money than it does. If a seller relies heavily on spiritual buzzwords to sell you the value of a crystal, don't buy from them. If you wouldn't buy the crystal without spiritual buzzwords attached to it, don't buy it. 

And now, what should you look for when it comes to buying crystals?

Know how to search. Using "crystal" is going to give you purely metaphysical options. Search Google with "[name] -healing" to filter out any metaphysical stores and results.

Know the physical properties of your crystal. Metaphysical properties are great at finding what you need but aren't useful in how to find it. I'll make a separate post about this since there's a lot to cover, but at minimum, know a crystal's common colours, chemical composition, and crystal system. MinDat is a great resource for this.

Stay away from metaphysical sellers until you know what you're doing. Again, due to the impossibility of verifying their spiritual claims, metaphysical sellers are more likely to manipulate you into buying something for a higher price. I have also seen metaphysical sellers leave off where a crystal was mined from more commonly than non-metaphysical sellers. Until you get a good feel for scams or have good reason to trust this particular metaphysical seller, stick to non-metaphysical sellers.

When you find a listing, look at what name the crystal is listed under. Look out for trademark symbols, fanciful names that evoke an emotion or appeal to spirituality, or otherwise odd names. "[crystal] trademark" is a good way to check. As an easy reference, I have compiled crystal names and trademarks with their "generic" counterparts.

See how the crystal is described in the listing. Does the crystal's apparent worth rely solely on its metaphysical properties? Does the seller emphasise its spiritual benefit? Will this crystal be more beneficial to you than others of the same type? Metaphysical language itself is not a hard red flag since sellers know part of their customer base is people who use them metaphysically, but overuse of it to the detriment of describing the specimen itself is.

Find what country the crystal was mined in. Be aware of areas of active conflict and the mining regulations in developing and least developed countries. These countries are more likely to have laxer mining regulations, meaning more room for worker exploitation. I have seen sellers being cagey about their source country; if they are, look elsewhere. If you're buying in person, ask the store staff if they know. You can't be sure you're not contributing to exploitation if they don't.

Find the location or mine a crystal was mined in. A specific mine is best, but states, provinces, etc., may also be helpful. Look up "Are [location] 's mines ethical" or "Is [mine] ethical." See if there's any public statement regarding working conditions and sustainability. If a specific location is not listed, be wary. Working conditions can vary within a country.

Are there multiple images of the crystal provided? Is there a video of the crystal in someone's hand? More importantly, do these photos/videos appear elsewhere online that are not connected to the seller? Fraudulent listings are quickly revealed with a reverse image search if they reuse images from elsewhere.

Look at the price and compare it with similar listings. Overpricing is revealed by doing this. Don't compare it to another listing of the same mineral from the same seller. If you compare a price from a metaphysical seller, only compare it to others if you trust the other seller.

Finally, look at reviews if reviews are available. Don't stop at reviews on the seller's site; look at other sites. Reviews may mention things the seller wouldn't and may include images of their own as proof of purchase. Searching "[site/seller] credible/trustable/scam/reviews" is a good place to start.

Good, Suspect, and Bad Listings

These listings are fictitious but based on listings I’ve seen before. Both listings describe the same specimen.

Good Listing

From a site called “Mining Auctions:”

Quartz var. Amethyst Mined in the Four Peaks Amethyst Mine, Arizona. This specimen is a sharp, sceptre-habit crystal with rich purple hues at its tip that transition into being colourless at its base. Minor red inclusions on the base, likely iron. Amethysts is derived from the Greek word “αμεθύσκω,” meaning “not drunken,” as it was believed to prevent drunkenness when put into wine.

Amethysts is derived from the Greek word “αμεθύσκω,” meaning “not drunken,” as it was believed to prevent drunkenness when put into wine.

This listing tells you all you need to know: what it is, what it’s shaped like, what colour it is, and any other pertinent information, such as its inclusions. This mine is known for amethysts, and, being US-based, it is ethical in its treatment of its workers. While it does give a brief metaphysical mention, this is in an etymological context and does not dominate the listing. This is a trustable listing.

Suspect Listing

From a site called “Beauty Crystals:”

Amethyst Sceptre Amethyst sceptre from the US with minor iron inclusions at the base. Amethyst is a powerful crystal used in antiquity to relieve addictions, and supports inner strength. It connects with the third eye chakra to connect the physical plane to higher planes, and opens and activates the crown chakra to allow access to divine wisdom. Amethysts will fade in sunlight.

This listing, while it does give you essential physical information, including that amethysts fade in sunlight, there is no specific information provided for where it was mined. While a crystal mined in the US is almost certainly ethical, this will not be the place for other countries. Furthermore, the metaphysical descriptions, most of them appropriative, dominate the description to the detriment of the rest of the specimen's appearance. I would be wary of this seller and listing, but I wouldn't say to never buy from them based on this listing.

Bad Listing

From a site called “Lemurian Crystal Healers:”

Amazethyst™ Reiki Wand Normal amethysts are renowned for their ability to regulate emotions, relieve stress, and enhancing psychic ability. However, when we checked its energies, we found that it had the energetic signatures of the Pleiadeans!  The Pleiadean lightcodes have made the psychic abilities of amethyst more pronounced, as this crystal vibrates on a high vibrational 12D energy spectrum that allows you to connect with your galactic family and your past reincarnations. It’s emotional effects are also more pronounced, fantastic for depression, anxiety, and bipolar. Its purple hues stimulate the Third Eye Chakra, and may be used to trigger your Kundalini Awakening. As said in a channeled message from Archangel Uriel, was used in both Atlantean and Lemurian societies to help clear the mind and stabilise negative emotions. They emit pure love and light and will flood one’s soul with love, peace, divine power, and joy. Amazethyst™ has red iron inclusions, mixing the Divine Feminine energies of the Pleiadeans with the Divine Masculine. Amazethyst™, as all crystals, are multidimensional beings that have come to Earth to help us with our Ascensions. They remind us of our own magical beingness that allows us to achieve our own Divine Christ-Self.

It’d be easier to break down what this listing does wrong in a list:

The site’s name uses New Age buzzwords (Lemurian) and metaphysical-connoting words (crystal, healers).

The cutesy, trademarked name.

Undue emphasis on metaphysical properties.

No area is given for where the crystal was mined.

New Age buzzwords (Pleiadeans, 12D).

Misuse of scientific terminology (vibrational, spectrum).

Appropriation (reiki, chakras, Kundalini).

Spiritual appeals to authority (channelled message from Archangel Uriel).

Weird capitalisation (Divine Feminine/Masculine, Ascension, etc.).

Meaningless fluff (What does “Divine Christ-Self” mean? What is “Ascension?”).

This is a listing you should never trust and a seller you should always avoid. And if this listing makes you want to buy it even more, remember that this seller likely doesn’t give a damn about your spiritual well-being or at least cares more about your money.

Conclusion

Now we are finally done. This was a several-week effort of trying to fit together everything I know about crystals and an intentional effort to try to not sound mean so that I don’t scare away anyone who needs to hear this. My issue with people buying crystals isn’t that they’re buying them, but that people are allowed to sell crystals without disclosing what they need to disclose and shoving as much spiritual-babble into them to make them seem like they’re worth more. That is the issue.

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[jasperscuriosity]

Each Andara is a unique combination of divine energies manifest in the physical. In my life the crystal kingdoms have brought endless joy, beauty, wisdom, and divine messages. We are not alone on our lightworker journey. May these Andara Monatomic Crystals bring the same and more for you!

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[creature-wizard]

New Agers are selling chunks of cullet glass and claiming that they're actually "monoatomic" crystals with these super amazing spiritual properties. They call them "Andara crystals," if you ever want to look it up. It's fucking wild how obvious it is that they're literally just chunks of cullet glass but people are still buying them up anyway.

#new age #new agers #scams #new age scams #cullet glass #andara crystals

[pagantantrumhole]

I just found out about that whole Andara Crystal thing and OH MAN OH MAN...

See when I say crystal buffoonery...this is what I am talking about. People are willingly buying slag glass thinking its from Lemuria. And we are talking close to 100 bucks for some pieces.

When it fake, it a fake guys

#crystal buffoonery #crystals #andara crystal #andara #Pagan

[achello]

Violet Flame Andara

#photographers on tumblr #original photographers #still life #andara crystals #luxlit