The cleaner facet from this cutting process results in significantly more sparkle than seen in stone cut by other methods
bubbles and crystal-rich layers that form as lava flows onto the surface of stone —
Used as a talisman to ward off the "evil eye" and create a protective barrier around the user
When tumbled it can have the look of polished steel
First discovered in 2006
Flower Obsidian 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Pietersite The cleaner facet from thisEssentially a volcanic glass, Obsidian ranges in color from opaque black, to green, brown, mahogany, black with rainbow colors, black with snowflake patterns, black with a golden sheen, and translucent black (Apache Tears). Known as a powerful grounding stone, Obsidian connects with the Root chakra. It is not to be used lightly as it has been said to unleash undesirable truths. However, if used skillfully, it releases negative patterns and past