• • History

    • Meaning

    • Pairings

  • • Chakra: Root

    • Element: Earth

    • Mohs Hardness: 5 - 5.5

    • Sources: Volcanic Regions

History

Black obsidian is a type of glass that forms naturally when lava cools quickly. It is a naturally black stone, however there are some variations of colors, such as snowflake obsidian, rainbow obsidian, and gold sheen obsidian. Black obsidian is typically only found near areas with volcanic activity. This stone had many different uses, and became one of the most desired stones. Many civilizations, like Aztec, Mayan, and Native American civilizations, used black obsidian as weapons or tools. The sharp edges and smooth surfaces of the stone made the stone a perfect fit for weapons and tools. Arrowheads have been the most common weapon found made from black obsidian. Black obsidian was also used in jewelry, trading, and even as mirrors, due to the stone’s smooth and reflective surfaces.

General Information

Black Obsidian is best known for being a protection stone that helps clear your mind of negative thoughts and patterns. It helps expose and release negative feelings, like anger, jealousy, greed, and fear. By releasing negative thoughts and feelings, black obsidian can bring a sense of power over those negative feelings and boost confidence and self esteem. This stone helps reveal your “true self,” by acting as a shield of protection and increasing self awareness and control. 

Black obsidian has also been used by many to help heal symptoms of arthritis by improving circulation, especially in joints and knees. By helping you release negativity, this stone can boost problem solving skills and wisdom.

Pairs with Black Obsidian

• Black Tourmaline

• Howlite

• Jet

• Smoky Quartz

• Black Onyx

• Petrified Wood

• Rutilated Quartz

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References

Cassandra Eason, Cassandra Eason’s Healing Crystals. (London, UK: Collins & Brown, 2020).

Emily Suzanne Rayow. Crystal Pairings: Powerful Crystal Combinations for Well-Being. (San Diego, CA: Thunder Bay Press, 2022).

Gemma Petherbridge, The Crystal Apothecary. (London, UK: Octopus Publishing Group, 2022).

Judy Hall, The Crystal Companion. (Blue Ash, OH: Walking Stick Press, 2018).

Judy Hall, The Encyclopedia of Crystals. (Gloucester, MA: Fair Winds Press, 2013).

Juliette Thornbury, The Crystal Fix. (London, UK: White Lion Publishing, 2021).

Karen Frazier, Crystals for Healing. (Berkeley, CA: Althea Press, 2016).

Maria Lyons & Amy Dicerson, Crystal Healing for Women. (New York, NY: Penguin Random House, 2020).

Philip Permutt, The Modern Guide to Crystal Healing. (London, UK: Ryland Peters & Small Ltd., 2021).

Rachel Hancock, Ultimate Guide to Crystals. (Fair Winds Press, 2022).

Disclaimer

Please Note:

Healing crystals are not to replace medical advice or treatment. For medical treatments, diagnoses, prescriptions, etc., please contact your primary licensed healthcare specialist. Any information provided on Divine Feline Crystals' website regarding the properties of healing crystals is not intended as a substitute for medical advice, treatments, or diagnoses. 

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* Last Updated: 10/9/2023