Evaluating the Authenticity of Germanium Stones Prior to Purchase

LOS ANGELES - Oct. 6, 2016 - PRLog -- When hearing the word Germanium, one may think of necklaces or bracelets. However, there is a different method of wearing these on the body, such as around the joints. A convenient method for these areas may be wearing them under patches, which allows more precise direct contact.

Germanium stones can be attached under sports tape, which then can be applied to the areas around the joints, it is a very convenient method of application to the moving parts of the body and can be easily adjusted.

Many people, notably in Asia and Europe, have been using Germanium stones connected to Eastern Medicine principles. It is a common belief amongst many users that more of Germanium's properties will result with the purity of the stones.

Sometimes it is easier to understand Germanium when viewed as gold. As gold is ranked by its purity of 24K, 18K, and 14K, Germanium is also priced with differences with great variance based on its purity. The higher the purity of the Germanium, the higher the effect of its elemental properties.

In order to confirm an authenticity level of 99.999% or higher, the very first evaluation process is to identify by sight. Germanium with a purity level of 99.999% or higher displays a tint of greyish silver color. This is due to the fact that naturally occurring Germanium element is of greyish-silver color. Authenticity should be questioned if the color is black or a very dark shade. Second, if the stone clings to magnets, it is not Germanium. Third, when scratched with a nail, the surface of a true Germanium stone should show scratches and produce greyish-silver powder.

Lastly, since there is a difference between Germanium stones with purity level of 99.999% and of 99.9%, this should be confirmed as well especially if the stones are being purchased to be used in patches. This, however, is not a process that can be done by the naked eye, and thus the best method would be to check for certification that shows the purity level of the Germanium and the name of the manufacturer.

According to an official at Cypress Germanium, a brand that specializes in certified genuine 99.9999% Germanium, most of the companies that retail what they claim to be genuine Germanium do so without the proper paperwork of certification. In attempts of confusing the customers, some of these retailers who have emerged from the viral popularity of Germanium, frequently provide papers concerning infrared rays and anions yet none pertaining to the actual purity of the stones. Other times, these companies simply provide certificates copied from another company's website. Therefore, it is important to check for proper certifications from industry recognized independent analysis labs that will display the purity of the Germanium from the manufacturer.

Cypress Germanium is a leading provider of certified genuine Germanium accessories and products. http://www.cypressgermanium-us.com