Frequently Asked Questions From The Crystal Store

I have one personality trait, and that is working in a crystal store. My day is split between working in the back and interacting with customers. Naturally, people will ask me questions, and I answer them using my own knowledge and experience. An important fact to keep in mind is that everyone has their own way of connecting with crystals. I answer any questions with insight from the experts around me and my own take on the situation. Everyone has their own opinion, and that's totally fine. With that said, here are some frequently asked questions and my answers.

• What crystal should I get for a friend?

You'd be surprised at how often I hear this. It always warms my heart to see individuals out of their comfort zone yet willing to ask for my advice.

First, I'll ask if there's anything in particular that their person is wanting. Most of the time, the questioners can recognize crystals their friend already has, so they don't buy a repeat. (As a side note, don't be afraid to get a repeat!) If there's no background information, I'll ask the customer what their friend's favorite color is, their personality, and their age.

Most of the time, carved pieces or larger rough pieces make great gifts due to their unique shape. My best piece of advice is to use your intuition. Shop as if you're the person in mind. If a specific crystal is calling to you, go for it!

• What Are Some Beginner Crystals?

Man, oh man, this question. Believe it or not, it's somewhat controversial in the community. It basically boils down to this: is it a beginner crystal or a readily available crystal? Again, this applies on a case-by-case basis. Sometimes customers don't gravitate to "beginner" stones like amethyst. Other times, it's the only crystal they want. Before getting into crystals, practice trusting your intuition. There's no wrong choice when it comes to getting a healing stone. Do your research, and don't stress yourself out.

• Do you have this crystal?

When it comes to asking about a specific piece, there are some dos and don'ts. Firstly, know the name of the crystal. It's common for these pieces to be given several labels due to marketing reasons and geological classification. As much as I would love to help you find a pink crystal, there are many to choose from, and I want you to find the one you're looking for.

Don't be afraid to pronounce it wrong! Trust me, many of these healing stones have intricate and complex names. Chances are, I've said it way worse.

If you can show me a picture of the crystal, we'll be best friends. Depending on the tumbling process, location of the mine, and treatment, crystals can look drastically different. Having a picture of the type and finish you're looking for speeds up the process.

Worst-case scenario, the store does not have what you're looking for. In that case, I'll text the name of it to my manager and recommend something else. There are some stones out there that we will not stock for reasons like fakeness and price. If that's the situation, I'll explain that to you.

For example, many customers wanted to buy opalite. If you don't know, opal and opalite are two different things. Natural opal is separate from its white, rainbow reflective counterpart. That is because opalite is man-made. For the longest time, the store didn't stock it because it wasn't technically authentic. I explained as such to anyone who asked if we had it. Eventually, my manager ordered them under the condition that we would explain their origins to anyone who asked.

• Do you have my birthstone?

This one.

It helps if you know what your birthstone is before asking. If not, I'll check through the books we have on the sales floor with you. Depending on what tradition you follow, your birthstone could vary. Some will tell you that the birthstone for June is either moonstone or a pearl. Sure, crystal stores may have garnet, amethyst, aquamarine, emerald, ruby, opal, and citrine.

The catch is that they won't look anything like the ones you're picturing. Most envision a clear, strategically cut stone that looks like a diamond. People are typically disappointed when they see the tumbled versions in person because they don't live up to this expectation. If you're looking for anything in that vein, keep in mind that it's probably hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars in a jewelry store.

There you have it! Those are the most frequently asked questions that I get from customers. Thank you so much for taking the time to read my post. If you want to support my content please, like, subscribe, or send this to a friend. Don't forget to follow me on Instagram @erinhastoomanybooks!

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