How to Identify Original Rudraksha: A Complete Guide

In a world filled with artificial spiritual accessories, finding an original Rudraksha can be a challenge. With the rising popularity of Rudraksha beads for meditation, healing, and spiritual growth, many low-quality or fake beads have entered the market. If you're looking to harness the real benefits of Rudraksha, authenticity is key.

At Arihant Gems, we pride ourselves on offering only certified, original Rudraksha beads. In this blog, we’ll guide you through the essential ways to identify genuine Rudraksha so you can make an informed purchase.

What Makes a Rudraksha Genuine?

Original Rudraksha beads come from the Elaeocarpus ganitrus tree and have specific natural properties. Each bead has unique vertical lines called Mukhi or faces, which determine its type and spiritual significance. The shape, texture, and energy of a real Rudraksha cannot be duplicated by artificial means.

Here are some tested methods to identify an original Rudraksha:

1. The Water Test

One of the easiest ways to check for authenticity is the water test:

• Place the Rudraksha bead in a glass of clean water.
• If it sinks, it’s likely genuine; if it floats or appears unnaturally light, it may be fake. Note: Some artificial beads are weighted to sink, so this test should not be the only one used.

2. Examine the Mukhi (Faces)

Each Rudraksha has natural grooves or lines running from top to bottom:

• Carefully count the number of Mukhi lines using a magnifying glass.
• The lines should be clean, naturally formed, and continuous. Artificially carved lines can be detected under close inspection.

3. Shape and Texture

Original Rudraksha beads are never perfectly round or too smooth:

• They usually have an oval or slightly irregular shape.
• The texture is rough and natural, not shiny or polished like plastic or wood imitations.

4. Magnetic and X-ray Test

Genuine Rudraksha beads contain natural electromagnetic properties:

• Some spiritual experts use magnetic fields to test the energy of a Rudraksha.
• X-ray scans can also reveal the internal structure, verifying the number of seeds inside, which should match the number of Mukhi lines.

5. Check for Certification

When buying a Rudraksha, always ask for a lab certification:

• At Arihant Gems, every Rudraksha comes with a proper authenticity certificate from a recognized lab.
• This ensures you're getting what you pay for—no imitations, no compromises.

Why Original Rudraksha Matters

Wearing fake or low-quality Rudraksha not only lacks spiritual power but can also affect your energy field negatively. Only a genuine Rudraksha can channel divine energy, help balance chakras, and provide the spiritual and health benefits it is known for.

Shop Authentic Rudraksha at Arihant Gems

As trusted suppliers, Arihant Gems offers a wide range of certified Rudraksha beads, malas, and spiritual accessories. Whether you’re a beginner or a spiritual seeker, we ensure that you receive authentic products charged with positive energy and ready for use.