Black Obsidian Tumbled Stone – 2-3cm – Protection & Grounding
Black Obsidian Tumbled Stone
Black Obsidian is a natural volcanic glass, formed when lava cools rapidly. It has been used for centuries as a powerful protective stone, a tool for self-reflection, and a shield against negativity.
This tumbled stone is polished to a smooth, glossy finish, making it perfect for carrying in your pocket, holding during meditation, or placing in your space for protection.
Black Obsidian is one of the most effective protection stones. It is known for:
- Protection — forms a shield against negativity, psychic attacks, and energy drains
- Grounding — connects you to the earth's stable, protective energy
- Truth — reflects your true self, no illusions, no excuses
- Shadow work — brings buried emotions to the surface for healing
- Release — helps you let go of what no longer serves you
Both are obsidian, but they carry different energies:
- Black Obsidian — Uniform black, glossy, reflective. Intense, protective, shield-like. Best for protection, cutting cords, blocking negativity.
- Snowflake Obsidian — Black with white/grey patterns. Gentle, introspective, reflective. Best for shadow work, self-reflection, releasing patterns.
Chakra Association:
- Root Chakra — grounding, stability, and protection
Zodiac Compatibility:
- Scorpio — resonates with the stone's depth and transformative power
- Sagittarius — aligns with its grounding and protective energy
- Capricorn — connects to the stone's stability and strength
- Cleansing: Can be cleansed with water, smoke, or moonlight
- Charging: Recharge on a selenite plate or under moonlight
- Storage: Store away from harder stones that could scratch the surface
- Crystal: Natural Black Obsidian (volcanic glass)
- Form: Tumbled stone (smooth, polished)
- Size: Approx. 2–3cm (natural variation)
- Colour: Deep, glossy black
- Hardness: 5–5.5 on Mohs scale
- Chakras: Root
- Zodiac: Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn
- Sold as: Single stone
- Packaging: Organza gift bag
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