Black Obsidian Buddha Pendant Mexico A

PEN-BOUDO-01

Pendant composed of a black obsidian buddha measuring approximately 35mm with a steel bail.

Obsidian is a volcanic rock rich in silica. Different types of obsidian exist. They differ due to the chemical composition of the rock. Obsidian is actually natural glass. It forms during a silica-rich lava eruption with less than 3% water. Upon exiting the volcano, it undergoes very rapid cooling, freezing the crystallization process. 

This can be likened to a piece of lava suddenly frozen upon exiting the volcano.
The direct consequence of this phenomenon is the rock's inability to crystallize. The result is the creation of volcanic glass with a uniform texture, which is classified as an amorphous mineral. Furthermore, obsidian has sharp edges and extremely fine blades.
It is a natural mineral with a complex composition.   Thus, obsidian consists mainly of silicon dioxide, approximately 70%, or even more. Its fracture is conchoidal (i.e., marked by curved and concentric striations) and its hardness is 5 to 5.5 on the Mohs scale. It comes in different colors and has different reflections due to the volcano where it was discovered and its various inclusions. It should be noted that each deposit, associated with a volcano, produces a different obsidian.  green, brown, gray, or black, it can sometimes have golden, silver, or even all the colors of the rainbow reflections (an effect produced by the presence of hematite or magnesite).
Sometimes two colors of obsidian blend together.
This is pure, basic obsidian. Composed of more than 70% silica, it owes its beautiful dark color to the presence of iron. It has almost no inclusions except for a few magnetite nanoparticles.  During archaeological excavations, discoveries of tools and weapons made of black obsidian are common.
The legend of young Obsid highlights the discovery of extremely sharp black obsidian on the ground.  Black obsidian is a smooth, shiny stone, similar to glass due to its shiny and reflective surface. This stone can break into fragments with curved edges. This particularity is ideal for making cutting objects.  Nowadays, black obsidian is frequently used in the manufacture of jewelry and decorative objects.
This stone has powerful benefits in lithotherapy.  

In lithotherapy, black obsidian is renowned as the most powerful of the obsidians. It is said that it must be handled with care. It is used as a shield against negative energies. It helps release pent-up anxieties, anxiety, and fears.  It facilitates better introspection. Problems, childhood traumas, and the origins of blockages are identified and overcome. This stone allows you to move forward in life and know how to overcome the difficulties you encounter.  The mind is freed from self-deprecating thoughts and makes way for well-being. The past becomes less painful and the future appears more serene. This stone brings assurance and self-confidence. It helps achieve set goals. It increases the desire to change things and helps make good decisions.  Black obsidian enhances perception, highlighting hidden abilities and qualities. It regulates the mechanisms of judgment toward oneself, but also toward others. The person becomes much less demanding.  This stone creates balance between the dark and luminous parts. It is this ambivalence that encourages progress. It develops a more open view of the world. It allows you to put things into perspective and find your rightful place while respecting others and yourself.  Black obsidian strengthens the mind and increases mental clarity. It eliminates stress and tension. It protects the psyche from instability.  

This model is made from natural black obsidian, selected for its quality. Explore our entire range of black obsidian jewelry.