Black Obsidian Raven

Beautifully carved and polished Black Obsidian Raven 74gm - 5.5cm x 5.5cm x 3cm BLACK OBSIDIAN The Mirror Stone ✦ GEMSTONE INFORMATION ✦ COMPOSITION: Volcanic glass - primarily Silicon Dioxide MOHS HARDNESS: 5 - 5.5 TRANSPARENCY: Opaque (translucent on thin edges) LUSTRE: Vitreous (glassy) COLOURS: Jet black LOCATIONS FOUND: Mexico, USA, Iceland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand FORMATION: Rapid cooling of silica-rich volcanic lava ★ DID YOU KNOW? ★ • Fractures produce edges sharper than surgical steel. • Aztecs used obsidian for mirrors and ceremonial objects. ■ METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES ■ • Known as a powerful stone of truth and self-reflection • Associated with the Root Chakra • Believed to provide deep psychic protection • Said to reveal hidden truths and release blockages • Traditionally used for scrying and shadow work Metaphysical properties listed above are drawn from widely published crystal healing literature including "The Crystal Bible" by Judy Hall, "Love Is In The Earth" by Melody, and other sources. These claims have not been scientifically verified and are not intended to be used for medical treatment, advice or diagnosis.