Pink Man made glass sold as a Pink Tourmaline

 

Gemstone Misrepresentation

Pink Glass (paste)

It is unfortunate, but there have been cases where man-made glass, specifically a material known as "Pink Paste," has been misrepresented and sold as natural pink tourmaline. This practice is misleading and unethical, as it aims to deceive buyers who are seeking genuine gemstones.

Pink glass under short waves ultra violet rays, Mostly Pink tourmaline inert under short waves

Pink tourmaline is a naturally occurring mineral with specific properties, including its chemical composition, crystal structure, and physical characteristics. On the other hand, Pink Paste is an artificial material that is made to resemble pink gemstones, including tourmaline, but lacks the authenticity and value of a natural gem.

Glass under microscope. 

Elongated bubbles are seen under microscopic study in pink paste

To avoid falling victim to such misrepresentations, it's important to purchase gemstones from reputable and trusted sources. Buying from reputable gemstone dealers, jewelers, or certified gemologists can help ensure that you are acquiring genuine, natural gemstones. Additionally, requesting certificates of authenticity or seeking independent gemological evaluations can further validate