Black Obsidian Goddess Body Carving

*Black Obsidian Goddess Body Carving*

BLACK OBSIDIAN

FORM AND STRUCTURE silicon dioxide volcanic glass in an amorphous state (a structure with no inner geometric patterns)

COLOR

black, also dark brown and dark green

GEOGRAPHICAL SOURCES

Britain, Italy, Mexico, USA RARITY easily obtained

HARDNESS

5-5.5 (much softer than quartz)

PHYSICAL/EMOTIONAL USES a powerful psychic protection stone, helping to deflect needy or draining energy being projected by other people stimulates the root chakra, drawing in the earth's energy to strengthen and stabilize the system

brings to the surface things that might have been otherwise hidden, making it a useful ally during a healing process cuts through deception, bringing clarity and focus

HEALING EFFECTS

in healing layouts, place between the feet or a small piece in each hand to ground and strengthen the energy field around the body

PERSONAL USES

place in the home to absorb excess electromagnetic energy wear or carry as a stone of protection