What Is Black Obsidian?

Obsidian is volcanic glass that forms naturally. It comes from the rapid cooling of felsic lava. Obsidian is naturally black in color and has a glassy texture and a vitreous luster. There are several shades of Obsidian  including rainbow, snowflake, gold, and mahogany. Obsidian is hard and brittle and was commonly used for tools. Black obsidian is a deep black stone that when tumbled or sculpted, has a shiny surface. It is very hard and smooth and can have sharp edges in its raw form.

The meaning of Obsidian is safety and grounding. Obsidian is formed by the quick cooling of volcanic lava in an earthly and scientific way that causes it to harden like glass.

What Is Black Obsidian Good For?

Having come directly from a volcano, black obsidian contains the elements of earth, water, and fire. This combination means that it also carries immense power. This stone is very good for cutting ties and ridding yourself of negative connections. If you’re struggling to leave a toxic work environment or a relationship that is no longer serving you, you can seek help from black obsidian stone with its healing properties.

The intense grounding energy is good for bringing you back down to earth and to your centre so that you can regroup and reassess what needs to be done. Its strong magnetic power means that it also holds lots of health benefits. It is said to draw out infection and help with digestive issues.