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Unlike crystalline minerals, it's amorphous. This rapid formation gives it a distinctive glossy surface and sharp edges that have made it valuable for tools and ritual use across cultures for thousands of years. We source raw specimens from small-scale operations across several volcanic regions, with Argentina as our primary source alongside Mexico and the United States, chosen for clarity, finish, and untreated character. 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This piece measures 1-2 Inches and weighs 20-50 Grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Black Obsidian\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack Obsidian is part of the Obsidian (natural volcanic glass) family, with an Amorphous (volcanic glass) crystal structure and a hardness of 5-5.5 on the Mohs scale. Mineraloid\/material term (not a single crystalline mineral species). It naturally forms in rapidly cooled silica‑rich lava (volcanic glass). Commercial material is typically sourced through surface collection from volcanic flows, using hand tools. On the market: Sometimes confused with man‑made glass; natural obsidian often shows flow banding and conchoidal fracture. 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Set it in any room that could use an energetic reset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Keep\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome\/Altar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeditation Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle Daily Carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chemical Cleaners\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Rinse Only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore Protected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle Soap Only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable Room Temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleansing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreath\/Intention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoonlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMorning Sunlight (brief)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Obsidian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tumbled Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade AA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.75-1.25 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-15 Grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salta Province, Argentina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZodiac:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scorpio, Capricorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protection, Grounding, Cleansing, Emotional Healing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40-64 Pieces Per Pound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery piece at Beyond Bohemian is personally selected and ethically sourced. 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