Snow obsidian bracelet Mexico AB (7-8mm balls)

BRA-OBSN-02
Origin: Mexico
Grade: AB

Elastic bracelet with 7-8mm snow obsidian balls
Patterns and colors may vary from bracelet to bracelet

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 a natural glass. It is formed during an eruption of silica-rich lava with less than 3% water. Upon exiting the volcano, it cools very quickly, freezing the crystallization process.

This can be compared to a piece of lava suddenly solidifying as it leaves the volcano. The direct consequence of this phenomenon is the inability of the rock to crystallize. The result is the creation of a volcanic glass with a uniform texture and which is called an amorphous mineral. Furthermore, obsidian has sharp edges and blades of great finesse. It is a natural mineral with a complex composition.

Thus, obsidian is essentially composed of silicon dioxide, about 70%, or more. Its fracture is conchoidal (i.e. furrowed with curved and concentric striations) and its hardness is 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale. It has different colors, different reflections due to the volcano where it was discovered and its various inclusions. It should be noted that each deposit, linked to a volcano, provides a different obsidian.

Green, brown, gray or black, it can sometimes have golden, silvery reflections, or even all the colors of the rainbow, (effect produced by the presence of hematites or magnesites). It also happens that two colors of obsidian mix.

Obsidian is found in some sharp objects dating back about 2 to 4 million years, especially in Kenya. During archaeological excavations, knives, arrows and spears have been discovered. Sometimes, obsidian, depending on its composition, can be polished to make rustic mirrors.

As early as 7,000 BC, obsidian was widely used in surgery because of its cutting properties. There is evidence of trepanation, the removal of part of the skull bone either to clean a wound or to bring in spirits.

In Mesopotamia, traces of obsidian blades have been identified as early as 5,000 BC.

In Egypt, obsidian was brought back from the Red Sea, Greece or Italy. The Egyptians used it for its beauty, mystery and value. They made the eyes of their statues, notably those in the mask of Tutankhamun (1323 BC). Obsius, returning from Ethiopia, brought back obsidian and decided to give them their name, obsidianus in Latin. Obsidian was used for the manufacture of all kinds of ornamental objects, jewelry or tools.

However, in Mexico, there is another legend. At a time when the natives were short of food, the men went hunting where they had to face wild beasts, even mammoths. They left their wives and children under the protection of the elders. Then, one day, the tribe was attacked by wild and ferocious hyenas. But the elders no longer had any weapons when young Obsid, son of the most valiant of warriors, saw a shiny black stone on the ground. He tied it securely to a piece of wood. He threw this makeshift weapon at one of the hyenas, which howled in pain, causing all the others to flee. The entire tribe honored young Obsid and granted him the status of warrior and the stone was thus named in his name.

In the Navajo tribe, obsidian was one of the 4 sacred stones. The mountain of obsidian corresponds to Mount Hesperus. In some stories of their creation, the heart of man is said to have been created by the gods with obsidian.

For generations, mages, sorcerers and prophets have used polished obsidian as a mirror. They claimed to be able to read the future in it. But it was Dr. John Dee (1527 - 1608) who used it again to spread his prophecies. It became very famous and the story goes that it helped to foil certain plots against the English crown.

The main obsidian deposits are located in Mexico, Madagascar, the United States, etc.

A natural stone of volcanic origin, snowflake obsidian is composed of glass and gray-white cristobalite crystals (also called spherulite). This obsidian crystallizes in places, due to its deterioration due to time and erosion. The spherulites can be of different sizes, more or less numerous, round or shapeless. This unique association evokes a snowy landscape.

Very special, this stone is ideal for decoration. Wherever it is placed, it provokes admiration. It can be transported everywhere. It is also used in the manufacture of jewelry or elements for lithotherapy.

This amorphous rock has a beautiful symbolism. The dark color of snowflake obsidian absorbs negative energies and the light part diffuses a soft and positive energy. It is also said to be the stone of harmony between yin and yang.

This snowflake obsidian is wrongly assimilated to the flowery obsidian. The flowery obsidian does not have the same hue. In fact, it has pink-brown cockades. The two obsidians should not be confused.

Snowflake obsidian is found primarily in Mexico and the United States.

Snowflake obsidian has many virtues. It is a stone of balance between mind, body and soul. It is excellent for people looking to improve their personal development. It chases away dark thoughts and encourages self-improvement. With this stone, solitude is no longer a burden, but a moment to fulfill oneself.

This stone is highly recommended for meditation. It facilitates the letting go essential for introspection. It develops concentration and strengthens anchoring to the Earth. It allows you to work in depth and overcome certain childhood traumas. It is a stone of resilience. It provides stability and comfort during periods of uncertainty.

Snowflake obsidian, like most obsidians, removes psychic, emotional, physical and mental blockages. It brings good self-knowledge and offers the opportunity to move forward in life. It gives more assurance and confidence to its wearer. He can thus make plans and set goals to achieve.

It is a stone of change, whether professional or family. It accompanies its wearer throughout the adaptation process. In addition, it protects it from negative energies, because it absorbs them. It fights anxieties, shyness and buried fears. Thus, it releases accumulated anger and resentment while finding harmony and serenity.

Snowflake Obsidian with its black color and light spots is the perfect balancing stone between yin and yang. In addition, it heals and cures wounds of the heart.