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Home > Magnesite > 4 Ways to Tell if magnesite is Real

4 Ways to Tell if magnesite is Real

Natural magnesite typically appears white to pale lemon color with gray or brown vein-like matrix. Other colors are usually dyed. Materials like reconstituted magnesite and plastic are sometimes mistakenly sold as natural magnesite. It's advisable to buy from reputable retailers and, if possible, request a certificate from a gem testing laboratory for authentication. Here are some handy tips to help you initially discern the authenticity of magnesite.

1. Check Product Name

When buying Magnesite, be wary of terms like "Reconstitution" or "Reconstituted" in the product name. These indicate that the item is not natural Magnesite, but rather a man-made product. Reconstituted magnesite is typically produced by grinding low-grade Magnesite into powder and then binding it with epoxy.

2. Check the Color

Real: Natural Magnesite is typically white with gray or brown vein-like matrix. Additionally, there is a rare variant called Citron Chrysoprase or Lemon Magnesite, which exhibits shades ranging from lemon yellow to lemon green.
Fake: Apart from the natural colors mentioned above, any other colors of Magnesite found in the market are typically not natural. They could be dyed magnesite, reconstituted magnesite, or even made from plastic.

3. Check the Pattern

Real: Real Magnesite is typically white with gray or brown vein-like patterns.
Fake: Imitations of Magnesite made from plastic and reconstituted magnesite typically have a uniform color throughout, accompanied by artificial vein-like patterns in black or brown. These patterns often maintain a consistent thickness, appearing unnatural and stiff.

4. Weigh in the hand

The density of plastic is much lower than that of Magnesite. When held in the hand, plastic-made fake Magnesite will feel noticeably light and airy in comparison.
Magnesite
Magnesite
A species of Calcite Group, also known as Magnesianite, Carbonate of Magnesia, Roubschite, Bandisserite
Scientific name: Magnesite
Mineral Group: Calcite Group
Description
Description
Because magnesite is easily dyed, in commercial contexts one might encounter this mineral in all colors of the rainbow alongside its natural white or grey hues. Polished specimens may be used for a variety of craft jewelry purposes. Some scientists are experimenting with the idea of sequestering carbon in magnesite to slow or reverse the effects of climate change.
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