Crystal system: Obsidian is an amorphous solid of glass substance formed from volcanic lava.
Cell salt: Spherulites of feldspar fibres with crystalline silica.
Colour: Generally black with smoky, translucent to transparent edges; also black mixed with grey, reddish brown, mahogany, dark green, forming thin bands or marbled.
Energy: Magnetic.
Element: Earth and fire.
Planet/Sign: Saturn; Mars-Pluto.
Uses: Round spheres of Obsidian are still sold in Mexico today. Use them in place of clear quartz crystal for divinatory purposes.
Obsidian can aid the decision-making process. It is capable of both attracting and repelling negativity and must, therefore, be used with care. This stone is excellent for grounding and all situations wherein you are forced to undergo drastic changes beyond your control.
APACHE TEARS are a natural, rough, circular, or cylindrical form of Obsidian. These dense black crystals may be carried in a medicine pouch or set in silver jewellery as a powerful protective amulet against all negative influences.