Crystals - Obsidian (Black) Sphere

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About Black Obsidian

Black Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass formed from rapidly cooled lava with high silica content (approximately 70% or more). Its deep, mirror-like sheen and smooth texture have made it prized for both ornamental and metaphysical use since ancient times. Unlike crystalline minerals, Obsidian lacks a defined crystal structure, giving it an amorphous, glassy appearance and conchoidal fracture when broken.

This stone is typically jet-black, although it may include subtle variations or sheens—such as mahogany tones, silver flecks, or even iridescent rainbows—caused by the presence of trace elements, gas bubbles, or magnetite inclusions. It has a vitreous lustre and measures around 5–5.5 on the Mohs scale, making it softer than most crystals but excellent for carvings, spheres, scrying mirrors, and protective tools.

Black Obsidian is found in regions with volcanic activity, including Mexico, the United States (notably Oregon, California, and Arizona), Iceland, Japan, Italy, and parts of Central and South America. Some of the finest specimens come from Mexico, where it was sacred to ancient Mesoamerican cultures.

Chakras – Root (Primary), Sacral (Secondary)
Zodiac – Scorpio, Sagittarius
Element – Fire, Earth
Planet – Mars
Number – 9
Birthstone – November (traditional for obsidian-related stones)
Typical colours – Deep, glossy black; may include brown, grey, or sheen-based variations

Healing with Black Obsidian

♥ Protection ♥ Truth ♥ Shadow Work ♥ Emotional Release ♥ Energetic Shielding ♥ Grounding ♥ Clarity ♥ Psychic Cleansing ♥ Strength

Black Obsidian is a powerful grounding and protective stone, known as the “Stone of Truth” or the “Mirror Stone” due to its ability to reflect and reveal the shadow self. It acts like a spiritual vacuum cleaner, drawing out negativity, hidden emotions, and energetic debris from the aura and subconscious.

This stone resonates deeply with the Root Chakra, anchoring energy firmly into the Earth and helping to dispel fears, doubts, and emotional blockages. It is especially useful during periods of intense change, emotional upheaval, or spiritual awakening, when old patterns must be faced and cleared.

Black Obsidian is an ideal companion for shadow work, inner healing, and deep soul retrieval. It helps uncover unconscious behaviours, trauma, and buried wounds—bringing them to the surface with unflinching honesty so that they can be transformed. For those ready to “do the work,” it offers incredible strength, insight, and spiritual courage.

Emotionally, it is grounding and stabilising, cutting through confusion and self-deception. It helps release emotional ties or cords to toxic relationships, environments, or patterns that no longer serve your growth. It’s particularly helpful for empaths and sensitive individuals who need strong energetic boundaries and psychic protection.

In energetic healing, Black Obsidian is a master protector. It forms a psychic shield around the user, repelling negative entities, intrusive thoughts, and lower vibrations. It is often used to clear haunted spaces, protect against spiritual attack, or support ceremonial energy work.

It is highly effective in banishing spells, cord-cutting rituals, and personal purification practices. Many healers and energy workers use Black Obsidian to cleanse and realign the aura or to draw out stagnant energy and emotional congestion from the body.

In manifestation, it helps you set strong, realistic goals based on self-honesty rather than illusion. It supports personal accountability and motivates grounded action—particularly when clearing financial blocks, ancestral karma, or deep-seated fears.

Black Obsidian is also used in divination. Ancient cultures carved it into scrying mirrors and crystal balls for insight, truth-seeking, and communication with the unseen. It remains a powerful tool for modern seers, witches, and mystics working with clairvoyance or spirit guides.

Black Obsidian is believed to support detoxification and deep energetic cleansing of the body. It is often used to aid the digestive system, especially where issues are tied to suppressed emotions or trauma held in the gut. Some practitioners use it to relieve joint pain, arthritis, and cramps—particularly when caused by stress or energetic blockages.

This stone is associated with enhancing circulation and supporting the reproductive organs, especially the lower back, pelvic area, and base chakra regions. It may also help in clearing energetic stagnation that contributes to fatigue, stress, or hormonal imbalance.

Because it assists with releasing mental and emotional tension, Black Obsidian is considered helpful for relieving symptoms of anxiety, fear, or intrusive thoughts. It’s best used in grounding meditations, placed at the feet, or held during emotional release sessions to centre and stabilise the nervous system.

Historical & Cultural Notes

• In ancient Mesoamerican cultures, including the Aztecs and Mayans, Obsidian was sacred. It was carved into tools, blades, mirrors, and ceremonial daggers, believed to hold protective and magical powers.

• The term "Obsidian" comes from the Latin obsidianus, mistakenly named after a Roman who supposedly discovered it in Ethiopia.

• Shamans and spiritual practitioners across the globe have long used Black Obsidian for scrying, protection, and soul retrieval.

• In medieval times, Obsidian was thought to ward off evil spirits and was sometimes placed in homes to guard against ill fortune.

• Modern witches and energy workers continue to use Black Obsidian in banishment rituals, altar work, and psychic shielding.

Black Obsidian is not a gentle stone—it is a truth-teller, shadow-walker, and energetic cleanser. For those brave enough to confront what lies beneath the surface, it offers a mirror to the soul and the strength to grow. Whether you're looking to ground yourself, clear negativity, or step into your spiritual power, Black Obsidian is an indispensable ally on your path to self-discovery.

Colours and Types of Obsidian

In addition to the generic healing properties of Obsidian, specific colours and types have additional attributes:

Black Obsidian

Chakras - Base Chakra
Vibration - Number 3

Black Obsidian is a very powerful and creative stone.  It increases self-control.  It forces facing up to one’s true self.  Releases imbalances and negative energies.  Black Obsidian is protective and provides support during change.  It repels negativity and disperses unloving thoughts.

Golden Obsidian

Zodiac - Sagittarius
Vibration - Number 9

Golden Obsidian, also known as Gold Sheen Obsidian, is a strongly protective stone. It is particularly effective for scrying, and balancing energy fields.

Mahogany Obsidian

Mahogany Obsidian is a volcanic glass with a deep reddish-brown and black mottled appearance, formed when lava cools rapidly. It combines the protective qualities of black obsidian with a warm, grounding energy from its reddish hues.

Chakras – Root, Sacral
Zodiac – Scorpio, Sagittarius
Element – Fire, Earth
Planet – Mars
Number – 9
Birthstone – November (traditional for obsidian-related stones)
Typical colours – Deep reddish-brown mixed with glossy black patches

♥ Grounding ♥ Protection ♥ Strength ♥ Courage ♥ Emotional Healing ♥ Release ♥ Vitality

Mahogany Obsidian is a powerful stone for grounding and protection, shielding against negative energies while promoting inner strength and resilience. It supports the Root and Sacral Chakras, helping to stabilise physical energy and encourage emotional balance.

This stone aids in releasing old wounds and emotional blockages, fostering courage to face challenges and transform difficulties into personal growth. Its warming energy revitalises vitality and passion, making it a supportive companion for those needing motivation and confidence.

Spiritually, Mahogany Obsidian helps connect to the Earth’s energy, grounding spiritual insights into practical action. Physically, it is believed to support detoxification and improve circulation, assisting in the relief of pain and tension.

Snowflake Obsidian

Chakras - Base Chakra
Zodiac - Virgo
Vibration - Number 8
Typical colours - Black with white patches

Snowflake Obsidian is calming and soothing.  It teaches you to value mistakes as well as successes.  A stone of purity, Snowflake Obsidian provides balance for body, mind and spirit.  It helps you recognise and release “wrong thinking” and stressful mental patterns.  Promotes dispassion and inner centring.  Snowflake Obsidian empowers isolation and loneliness, aiding surrender in meditation.

** Information from charmsoflight.com