Photos are not uploaded in this prototype. Confirm production privacy behavior before launch. This visual tool is an educational aid and does not substitute for certified gemological testing.
How the identifier works
Identify a crystal without damaging it
Use the tool for a first-pass shortlist, then verify the result against mineral properties and provenance.
Observe in neutral light
Clean loose dust gently, use indirect daylight, and check a thin edge for transparency.
Answer five visual questions
Choose the closest color, transparency, luster, pattern, and overall form—never create a fresh break.
Verify the shortlist
Compare the result with the linked mineral guides. Valuable, treated, or ambiguous material needs professional testing.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Crystal Compass identifier work?
You select visible color, transparency, luster, pattern, and shape. The tool ranks common matches from those observations and links to mineral guides for verification.
Can this tool identify a crystal from a photo?
The current tool does not upload or analyze photos. You inspect the specimen in neutral light and answer five visual questions.
Is an online crystal identification certain?
No. Visual matching cannot confirm treatments, synthetic origin, locality, or value. Use a qualified gemologist or laboratory when the answer affects a valuable purchase or safety decision.
