$24.00
RARE Arizona Black Raven Obsidian! // Hand Collected // Natural, Shadow Work, Black Mirror, Scrying, Protection, Protective, Cleansing
Description
Obsidian is a stone of the shadow, a natural glass formed of volcanic origin. It helps us illuminate what we’ve relegated to the depths of ourselves, in order to bring it to the surface for healing. Do you know what your shadow is? The part of you that’s kept hidden from yourself and others? This is what shadow work is - and only once we do it can we fully evolve.
BLACK RAVEN Obsidian is a very rare form of completely black obsidian found near the Grand Canyon in Northern Arizona. These particularly pieces have weathered on the surface, leaving them smooth and textured, looking very similar to tektites. Ancient indigenous Americans were unable to reach the site where the majority of these were found, largely due to the lack of water in the region. Because of this, the naturally weathered obsidian does not have sharp edges nor was it cut into tools by human hands. This is one of the only locations on earth where the obsidian was not collected by ancient peoples.
ABOUT OBSIDIAN
Utilized in the Paleolithic period (starting about 40,000 years ago), brittle and sharp Obsidian was carved into arrowheads, spears, and other tools to assist early humankind. When molten lava cools, it forms glass over time; but Obsidian cooled quickly and remained opaque - creating the most potent natural glass known to earth!
This incredibly ancient healing ally reminds us of our light and dark nature, striving to help us reach a balance in our polarities. Obsidian doesn't want us to hide from our darker nature: in fact, it shines a light onto it so that we can acknowledge and heal our shadow selves. And encourages us to face our true selves. Obsidian is metaphysically revered for its ability to cut through negativity, repair the aura, and increase our self control - it has also been traditionally used for scrying. It's a stone found all around the world, and reveals itself to us in a myriad of colors, sheens, and shimmers, but none so deeply powerful as black Obsidian. Incredibly protective and grounding, Obsidian is a must-have in any crystal healer's collection - a powerful talisman of thousands of years between its first uses and now.
Fun fact for all you GoT fans out there: Obsidian is the stone referred to as "Dragon Glass" in the Game of Thrones universe!
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This listing is for ONE (1) Rare and hand collected natural "Black Raven" obsidian tumble from Arizona. Each piece is organically shaped and unique to itself. Tumbles measure between 1.25 inches to 2 inches in width and length. Some are thinner and longer, some are wider and thicker.
Your piece will be intuitively selected for you at checkout. We do not send photos of individual pieces, however, you may put your size and shape preference in the “notes to seller” box at check out and we will do our best to match a piece with your request!
PLEASE NOTE: the miner has given these a mineral oil coating to protect them during transit. Please feel free to wash your stones with warm soapy water to cleanse the mineral oil (dishsoap works best!)
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All stones and crystals in our shop have been cleansed with our natural mountain spring water (except for those that may dissolve in water, such as selenite) and have been smudged with organic white sage, harvested sustainably and produced fairly.
Please note that crystals, minerals and fossils are a natural product and are rarely perfect. I do my best to capture each side of each piece in the photos. Please remember that all monitors and screens pick up colors differently. My photos are ALWAYS taken in natural sunlight and are NEVER enhanced. Each one is unique and one of a kind. They are creations of Mother Nature that have weathered thousands of years in the earth. :)
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All descriptions and content © Copyright 2017 Crystal Lion Gems.
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Disclaimer: Please note that none of the information in these listings is meant to replace medical advice. We are NOT doctors. Please consult your doctor, counselor, or social worker for assistance with any physical or mental health concerns. Crystals, gems and minerals are NOT a replacement for healthcare treatment. They are for for external use only. Please use caution with crystals placed against the skin. Do your own research to see if crystals are safe to be turned into jewelry.
BLACK RAVEN Obsidian is a very rare form of completely black obsidian found near the Grand Canyon in Northern Arizona. These particularly pieces have weathered on the surface, leaving them smooth and textured, looking very similar to tektites. Ancient indigenous Americans were unable to reach the site where the majority of these were found, largely due to the lack of water in the region. Because of this, the naturally weathered obsidian does not have sharp edges nor was it cut into tools by human hands. This is one of the only locations on earth where the obsidian was not collected by ancient peoples.
ABOUT OBSIDIAN
Utilized in the Paleolithic period (starting about 40,000 years ago), brittle and sharp Obsidian was carved into arrowheads, spears, and other tools to assist early humankind. When molten lava cools, it forms glass over time; but Obsidian cooled quickly and remained opaque - creating the most potent natural glass known to earth!
This incredibly ancient healing ally reminds us of our light and dark nature, striving to help us reach a balance in our polarities. Obsidian doesn't want us to hide from our darker nature: in fact, it shines a light onto it so that we can acknowledge and heal our shadow selves. And encourages us to face our true selves. Obsidian is metaphysically revered for its ability to cut through negativity, repair the aura, and increase our self control - it has also been traditionally used for scrying. It's a stone found all around the world, and reveals itself to us in a myriad of colors, sheens, and shimmers, but none so deeply powerful as black Obsidian. Incredibly protective and grounding, Obsidian is a must-have in any crystal healer's collection - a powerful talisman of thousands of years between its first uses and now.
Fun fact for all you GoT fans out there: Obsidian is the stone referred to as "Dragon Glass" in the Game of Thrones universe!
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This listing is for ONE (1) Rare and hand collected natural "Black Raven" obsidian tumble from Arizona. Each piece is organically shaped and unique to itself. Tumbles measure between 1.25 inches to 2 inches in width and length. Some are thinner and longer, some are wider and thicker.
Your piece will be intuitively selected for you at checkout. We do not send photos of individual pieces, however, you may put your size and shape preference in the “notes to seller” box at check out and we will do our best to match a piece with your request!
PLEASE NOTE: the miner has given these a mineral oil coating to protect them during transit. Please feel free to wash your stones with warm soapy water to cleanse the mineral oil (dishsoap works best!)
---------------
All stones and crystals in our shop have been cleansed with our natural mountain spring water (except for those that may dissolve in water, such as selenite) and have been smudged with organic white sage, harvested sustainably and produced fairly.
Please note that crystals, minerals and fossils are a natural product and are rarely perfect. I do my best to capture each side of each piece in the photos. Please remember that all monitors and screens pick up colors differently. My photos are ALWAYS taken in natural sunlight and are NEVER enhanced. Each one is unique and one of a kind. They are creations of Mother Nature that have weathered thousands of years in the earth. :)
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All descriptions and content © Copyright 2017 Crystal Lion Gems.
-------------
Disclaimer: Please note that none of the information in these listings is meant to replace medical advice. We are NOT doctors. Please consult your doctor, counselor, or social worker for assistance with any physical or mental health concerns. Crystals, gems and minerals are NOT a replacement for healthcare treatment. They are for for external use only. Please use caution with crystals placed against the skin. Do your own research to see if crystals are safe to be turned into jewelry.