Black Obsidian Crystal / Stone Meaning, Properties & Benefits

Physical Properties of Black Obsidian Stone / Crystal
Chemical Formula:	SiO2
Chemical Composition:	Silicon Dioxide
Crystal System:	Amorphous
Lustre:	Vitreous
Transparency:	Translucent
Colour:	Black
Streak:	white
Hardness:	5 - 6 on Mohs scale
Tenacity:	Brittle
Cleavage:	None
Fracture:	Conchoidal
Density:	2.33 - 3.00
Refractive Index:	1.450 to 1.550

Properties of Black Obsidian Stone / Crystal

Obsidian-Black is a stone with a shiny, glassy texture that is formed when volcanic lave comes in contact with water. The lava cools down so quickly that it does not allow time for the stone to crystallize hence forming in the shiny textured stone. Along with black this stone is also found in other colours like light brown, brown mottled with black, black with golden or silvery sheer, dotted with white etc, but its primary colour is black. It was one of the most important items of barter in the ancient days and can also be converted into razor a sharp edge which is used for making the tip of bows and arrows.

Black Obsidian Stone Healing properties

This stone is very helpful to protect oneself from depression. This stone is considered to be of those people who have a soft heart and are gentle. It helps to block all negativity from life and helps you to exercise self control and resilience. It also creates protective energy around you and shields you from all negative influences by making you invisible. It is considered to be an extremely powerful and a fast acting stone. It has to be used with utmost caution or else it will only bring negative emotions and unpleasant truths.

Black Obsidian Special Properties, Uses & Benefits

This is a very special stone which is mostly used as a protective stone. It is also used for various medical purposes like to reduce the pain of arthritis, to deal with problems related to joints and also to ease cramp. It also helps indigestion.

Black Obsidian Found in Countries / Locations of World

Black Obsidian gemstones / crystals are found in some of the countries of world are: Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Australia, Canada, Chile, Georgia, Greece, El Salvador, Guatemala, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Scotland, Turkey and the United States