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    • Black Obsidian Healing Properties

    Black Obsidian

    Stone Name: Black Obsidian

    Other Names
    Black Apache Tear
    Apache Tears
    Obsidian


    Stone Specifics:
    Grief Banishment Stone
    Grief Stone
    Shaman Stone
    The Holy Stone


    Keywords: Healing, Forgiveness, Grief, Sorrow,

    Stone Color: Black to Smokey and Translucent

    Stone Origin: Black Obsidian stones have been used since ancient times for arrowheads and other tools.


    Stone Legend: Apache Warriors and the US calvary faced each other in battle on a mountain overlooking what is now Superior, Arizona in the 1870's. Rather then face defeat the outnumbered Apache warriors rode their horses off the mountain to their deaths. The warrior's families cried when they learned of the tragedy; the family member's tears turned to stone upon hitting the ground, those stones are known as Apache tears or black obsidian stones and are now considered good luck stones.

    General: Black Obsidian are healing stones, known to help navigate grief and loss. Black Obsidian are said to have the ability ability to lend support during times of sorrow. Black Obsidian can also help those struggling with depression. Black Obsidian are said to absorb negative energy. Black Obsidian heal old wounds and remove self limitations. Black Obsidian are said to help increase analytical abilities, precision, and assists in developing a forgiving attitude. Black Obsidian can also facilitate spontaneity.

    Magical Powers:
    ~ Lends support in times of sorrow
    ~ Protection from negativity
    ~ Assists in clarifying issues and gaining insight
    ~ Aids against depression
    ~ Assists with foregiveness

    Mohs Hardness: 5-5.5

    Location: Black Obsidian Stones are found in North America, Armenia, Italy, Mexico, Greece, and Scotland.

    Mystical Birthstone: Black Obsidian is November's birthstone.

    Zodiac: Aries, Capricorn

    Chakra: Root (1st)

    Element: Fire, Earth

    Black Obsidian Meaning

    Black Obsidian Stone Meaning

    Black Obsidian Properties

    Disclaimer: 
    We are not doctors and are unable to give out medical advice. Healing crystals should be used as a complement to other therapies and not as a replacement for medical treatment, diagnosis, or examination. For medical advice, please consult a licensed healthcare specialist.

    Simply because a crystal or stone is alleged to have one or more healing properties, either physical, mental, emotional or spiritual, it does not mean that you, personally, will definitely experience, or benefit from, any such properties. Any information you receive, whether orally, in written form or electronically, relating to crystals and stones from DejaVu Designs / DR Management, should be received and understood in the above context.

    The use of stones or crystals as a wellness therapy is one of personal choice. While stones/crystals have been used historically, to relieve or prevent symptoms, the items we sell or recommend on our website, offer no guarantee of results.
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