Is this synthetic?

[Snorlax]

Hey everyone! Found this unusual little thing at an old dump. I’m going to guess it’s synthetic based on where it was found.

But please chime in your thoughts!

 

[Discrimination Dave]

Austin, Texas. My favorite town in the world.
A hot needle will help determine if it’s synthetic.

 

[Reanm8er]

Also look for inclusions in the stone. Synthetics don't have any.

 

[A2coins]

Hot needle Thats funny,,,,,,,but true

 

[jewelerguy]

based on the grainy texture of the outside of it, my guess is that's it's most likely just colored glass that's spent a long time in a sandy/gritty soil

 

[ripvanb]

Old Gushers candy?

 

[gunsil]

I agree, it is worn glass which naturally won't be affected by a hot pin. One can only see inclusions if the item in question is clear, it cannot have a worn surface as does the item in question were it to be a synthetic stone. Garnet does wear poorly, but it look like glass to me.