Black Obsidian

Gemstone Family - Obsidian

Chakras - Root Chakra (1st)

Colour - Black

Found in - Anywhere rhyolitic eruptions have occurred, such as Greece, El Salvador, Guatemala, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Peru and Scotland

Element - Fire

Also known as - Royal Agate, Volcanic Glass

Meaning - Named after the man who discovered it - Obsidius, a Roman explorer searching Ethiopia

Birthstone Month - November

Zodiac Sign - Sagittarius

Obsidian is a stone formed by lava that didn't have enough time to cool into glass. With its powerful energy and incorporation of elements from Earth, Fire, and Water, this volcanic glass is a potent detoxifier that dissolves tension and eliminates repressed toxins and emotions..Assists recuperation. Dissolves shock, fear, pain & energy blocks. Helps to let go of addictions. It represents strength, authority and power. A stone of courage, inner strength and harmony and a powerful protector that neutralises negativity, that can drain your personal energy.