What happens when you spend $1000 on “rocks” and “minerals” from Temu? I think you probably already know the answer! But sometimes you just really want to see the trainwreck in person.
And just in case you were ever tempted to buy stones from Temu, do yourself a favor and watch this video first.
Agate Ariel spent the $1000 on Temu rocks and minerals so that you and I don’t have to. But what exactly did they send her? You might be surprised at some of the items. I know I was. Thanks Agate Ariel for testing it out for all of us!
With that said, fakes and forgeries in the rock and mineral trade are extremely prominent. You can come across altered stones or even out-right fakes just about anywhere.
So it’s important to be aware of that fact and educate yourself on what to look for. If you haven’t already, you can read our guide on Fakes and Forgeries: 8 Deceptive Stones to Avoid.