Black Obsidian 14mm Faceted Star - 15-16 Inch Energizing It is a particularly unusual

It is a particularly unusual gem because it exhibits a special optical property known as "tenebrescence

This inspired the stone’s alias

which comes in many forms and color variations

and energize chakras

Black Obsidian 14mm Faceted Star - 15-16 Inch Energizing It is a particularly unusualEssentially a volcanic glass, Obsidian ranges in color from opaque black, to green, brown, mahogany, black with rainbow colors, black with snowflake patterns, black with a golden sheen, and translucent black (Apache Tears). Known as a powerful grounding stone, Obsidian connects with the Root chakra. It is not to be used lightly as it has been said to unleash undesirable truths. However, if used skillfully, it releases negative patterns and past