Its sharp edges were a symbol that the darkness could be pierced to reveal the white light of the truth. Light healers longed for Obsidian and crystal gazers also craved the stone so they could look deeper into the spiritual realms. It was also coveted by shamans, healers, and stone-age spiritualists. But the allure for Obsidian went beyond the basic utilitarian. It was used to make arrowheads and cutting tools and in its heyday, it had more worth than gold. Beloved by the Mayan’s and the Aztecs, Obsidian was used in a multitude of ways – from jewelry to homeware and even weapons. It’s a stone that comes swallowed up in a lot of history. Obsidian can be found across the globe, from the azure shores and fisherman huts of Greece to the ice and fire of Iceland, and the mythical jungles and lost cities of Mexico. It has been around since the beginning of time and has been used in trading by the Mayans since 100 B.C. Obsidian is formed by the quick cooling of volcanic lava in an earthly and scientific way that causes it to harden like glass. But whether you pick the rainbow shade of the velvet crush of night color, all Obsidian stones share that intense healing vibe that is ever ready to pull you back up on your feet again. It’s a stone that knows that one size doesn’t suit all, which is why Obsidian presents itself in a myriad of ways. Look a little closer and you can see the milky flecks of the soothing Snowflake Obsidian or the gorgeous glimmer of the Golden Obsidian. While some may turn their eyes to brighter stones, the Obsidian is a beautiful stone. Sharp edges symbolic of piercing darkness to find the lightĭark and dreamy, the volcanic glass rock of Obsidian is a sword against negative energy and a powerful anchor for keeping you grounded in this good life.
Historically used to make arrow heads and cutting tools.
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