Obsidian Jewelry

Obsidian Jewelry Benefits

Obsidian holds various powers to help its wearer:

• Protection stone – absorbs unwanted energy
• Supportive crystal – reflects deep truths
• Grounding energy – anchors you to earth while meditating
• Healing properties – aids spiritual, emotional, and physical troubles

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How to Spot Real Obsidian Jewelry

Obsidian can be easily mistaken for other materials. To identify real obsidian jewelry from imitations, check its appearance. True obsidian is shiny and smooth to the touch. It can also be pure black or may appear in other colors (see Types of Obsidian Jewelry).

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Types of Obsidian Jewelry

Obsidian is divided into different types based on the stone’s appearance. The most common type is black obsidian.

Other variants you can find in jewelry include snowflake obsidian, rainbow obsidian, mahogany obsidian, sheen obsidian, and apache tears.

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Taking Care of Your Obsidian Jewelry

Obsidian ranks 5-5.5 on the Mohs scale of hardness. This means it’s durable enough for jewelry making, but it is also prone to breaking and scratches. That’s why you should handle it with care.

Avoid chemical or ultrasonic cleaners when washing your obsidian jewelry. Use only soap water, soft cloth or soft brushes to clean its surface.

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