OBSIDIAN

COLOUR
Piercing, shiney black. Often with tiny gold flecks or rainbow flashes hidden inside each stone.

HISTORY
Used by Warriors and Shamans thought out history. The Mayan Prophets used polished Obsidian as “Mirrors” for scrying purposes; their way of prophesizing the future.

CRYSTAL MEANING
Obsidian is all about PROTECTION! Believed to protect one from negative energies and dispel negative and unloving  thoughts. It provides a supportive energy during times of change. Thought to help the wearer increase self control and can help us see our shadow side or the negative sides of our personality so we can step more fully into our higher self.

Obsidian is also thought to be a powerful tone for anyone who is experiencing shock or trauma. Its believed to help one see the truth of the situation and to purify ourselves after pain and suffering.