Snowflake Obsidian Raw Stones (1-2 Inch - AA Grade - 12-20 Pieces Per Pound) Ethically Sourced from Utah

Description: Snowflake Obsidian, characterized by its mysterious black surface dotted with white snowflake-like splotches, is a stone of purity and balance. This volcanic glass is not only striking in appearance but also offers grounding and protective qualities. It is thought to bring balance to mind, body, and spirit.

• Color: Black with white or grayish spots.

• Primary Sources: Mexico, Iceland, and the United States.

• Mining/Collection: Extracted from areas with past volcanic activity.

• Crystal Form/Structure: Amorphous due to rapid cooling of lava.

• Hardness: 5-5.5 on the Mohs scale.

• Physical Properties: Believed to provide a balance of serenity and energy.

• Emotional Properties: Aids in seeing the positive and negative aspects of any situation.

• Healing Properties: Encourages detoxification and digestion; reputed to improve circulation.

• Chakra: Root Chakra.

• Astrological Sign: Virgo.

• Unique Fact: The unique patterns of 'snowflakes' on this obsidian are formed due to partial crystallization of the lava during rapid cooling.

• Usage Insight: Incorporate Snowflake Obsidian into daily meditation practices to promote a sense of calm and understanding during times of change.

• Care Instructions: Clean with mild soapy water and a soft cloth. Rinse well to remove soap residue. It is generally safe to air dry.

• Authenticity Tips:

• Color and Pattern: Genuine Snowflake Obsidian features natural, random snowflake patterns. Uniform patterns may indicate synthetic or altered stones.

• Inclusions: Natural Snowflake Obsidian may show a variety of inclusion patterns; overly clear or perfect stones can be suspect.

• Hardness Test: Being glassy in nature, it should scratch glass easily and can be scratched by harder materials like a steel knife.