Physical Attributes: Obsidian is an igneous rock- naturally occurring volcanic glass formed when lava extruded from a volcano cools rapidly with minimal crystal growth. Obsidian is hard, brittle, and amorphous; it therefore fractures with sharp edges. In the past, it was used to manufacture cutting and piercing tools, and it has been used experimentally as surgical scalpel blades.
Metaphysical Attributes: One could not find a better tool for cutting off and removing anything no longer serving them- including curses, hexes, old programming, energy and entity attachments. Obsidian is great for severing ties with just about anything or anyone.
In addition to the properties of Obsidian these types of Obsidian can offer:
Apache Tear Obsidian: These unusual rounded nodules of Obsidian can be helpful in times of great sorrow and strife as they are said to help one accept and release past or current trauma & to help facilitate positive change and hope for a brighter future.
Black Obsidian: Use by the bedside while sleeping to help remove old programming and negative thought patterns.
Mahogany Obsidian: The addition of Iron in Mahogany Obsidian offers a potent energy of spiritual protection.
Rainbow Obsidian: The microscopic bubbles and addition of Magnetite nanoparticles can help bring joy to the carrier.
Sheen Obsidian: The addition of Magnetite nanoparticles that gives Sheen Obsidian its beauty is excellent for bringing in good luck and deflecting negativity.
Snowflake Obsidian: The addition of Cristobalite Crystals in Snowflake Obsidian is excellent for bringing peace to a tense situation.