Physical Characteristics: Obsidian is a silica volcanic stone with a hardness of 5 - 6. It resembles glass and occurs in several colors, the most common of which is black. Like glass, it often breaks with sharp edges, and has been used in tool-making for arrowheads, knives, etc.
Metaphysical Properties: Obsidian is excellent for grounding, connecting the root chakra to the heart of the earth. It can protect against negative energies, and is very useful for healing. The obsidian will assist in grounding whatever energies the gemstones embedded in the shell bring.
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