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Black Obsidian Raw Stones | AA Grade | Argentina | 1–2 Inch

  • Untreated
  • AA Grade
  • 1 to 2 Inches
  • 30 to 60 Grams Each
  • Raw
  • Argentina
Regular price $7.00

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Pieces from the batch shown. Weighed to the amount you choose. Every piece passes our quality control and meets or exceeds what's pictured.
Inspected and graded AA by our expert team. How We Grade
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★★★★★

Truly a great find for quality Obsidian. In my picky opinion the only hope would be to find some smaller stones in size included with order. Beyond that it’s a remarkable stone for one’s collection.

Fernando A. · Verified buyer · June 2026

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In Short

These are AA-grade Black Obsidian raw stones from Salta Province, Argentina, sold by the piece or by the pound. Obsidian is natural volcanic glass, formed when lava cools too quickly for crystals to grow. Each piece runs 1-2 inches at Mohs 5-5.5, fully natural and untreated. A favorite protection stone for entryways.

Batch Lot

Black Obsidian, Raw Crystals

Lot No. BOB-RAW-7332

The Piece

Form
Raw Crystals
Size
1 to 2 Inches25 to 51 mm, longest side
Weight
30 to 60 Grams Each1.06 to 2.12 oz
Per Pound
8 to 12 Pieces

Quality

Grade
AA · How We Grade
Treatment
NoneNatural color, not heated or irradiated
Finish
Hand-Finished with Natural Jojoba OilA light finish that brings out the stone's natural color and clarity

Provenance

Region
Salta Province
Country
Argentina
Sourcing
Direct SourceiWe work directly with the mine or workshop, with no intermediaries in between. The relationship is personal, pricing is transparent, and we can speak to each batch.We work directly with the mine or workshop, with no intermediaries in between. The relationship is personal, pricing is transparent, and we can speak to each batch.Our Sourcing Standards

Where It Comes From

Salta Province, Argentina
Pieces from the batch shown. Every piece meets or exceeds what's photographed.Hand-inspected and graded in-house

About This Black Obsidian

Black obsidian is volcanic glass. Sharp, glossy, formed when lava cooled too fast to crystallize. It's one of the oldest materials humans have used for tools, and it still feels ancient when you hold a piece.

We bring these raw pieces in from Salta Province, Argentina.

Named after Obsius, a Roman who reportedly first found it in Ethiopia.

Traditionally Used For

In the tradition, black obsidian shows up most often around a sense of groundedness when things feel uncertain, staying connected to your body and the moment, and cleansing. It's traditionally linked to the root chakra. If that resonates, hold one in your non-dominant hand for a few breaths when things feel shaky. Trust what feels useful and leave the rest.

These are traditional associations drawn from historical practice. This stone is not a substitute for medical or mental health care.

Traditional Associations

Offered as a starting point for your own practice.

Chakra
Element
  • Earth
Try ThisBy the front door, or in the bag you carry every day.
Traditional associations drawn from historical practice. Not a substitute for medical or mental health care.

Care and Use

Sensitivity Moderate

Black Obsidian sits at 5-5.5 on the Mohs scale, soft enough to scratch with a knife, so keep it dry and store it on its own. Keep chemical cleaners away from it; they can etch the surface.

Do

  • Wipe Dry
  • Quick Rinse Only
  • Store Protected
  • Gentle Soap Only
  • Stable Room Temperature

Avoid

  • Chemical Cleaners
Good ForHome/AltarMeditation SpaceGentle Daily Carry
Traditional practice: cleanse with smoke, sound, breath or intention; charge under moonlight, morning sunlight (brief) or intention. Offered as tradition, not instruction.
Good to Know

Questions Before You Buy

Is this real black obsidian, and is it heated, dyed or treated?

Natural black obsidian from Salta Province, Argentina. Untreated. A natural volcanic glass.

Will I get the exact pieces in the photos?

You'll receive pieces from the same batch photographed, weighed to the amount you choose. Every piece passes our quality control and meets or exceeds what you see in the photos. Single specimens are listed separately and say so.

What size are the pieces, and how many are in a pound?

Each piece measures 1 to 2 inches on its longest side and weighs 30 to 60 grams. About 8 to 12 pieces per pound at this size, and each option shows its piece count.

What does AA grade mean?

Grades reflect visual quality within a batch. A is standard, with typical inclusions. AA shows stronger color, cleaner surfaces and tighter sizing. AAA is the top 10 to 15 percent of a batch. Every lot is inspected and graded by our team in Rockville, Maryland, not taken on the supplier’s word.

Where does it come from, and how do you know?

This batch is from Salta Province, Argentina. It came to us through a direct source, one of the sourcing models we publish and stand behind.

Inspected, sourced and guaranteed in Rockville, Maryland

Inspected and Graded

By hand, every lot

Every lot is inspected and graded by our expert team before it is listed, not taken on the supplier's word. AA on this listing means stronger color, cleaner surfaces and tighter sizing than the batch average. Pieces that miss the mark never reach the shop.

How We Grade
Sourcing

Sourced direct from the source

We work directly with the mine or workshop, with no intermediaries in between. The relationship is personal, pricing is transparent, and we can speak to each batch. We say what we know and where our tracing stops.

Our Sourcing Standards
Our Promise

Natural stone, every time

Everything we sell is natural in origin: never synthetic, never dyed, never coated. Where a stone has been heated, irradiated or stabilized, which is common in the trade for some species, we say so on the listing. If a piece is not as described, return it within 90 days of delivery.

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