Black Obsidian Gemstone Sphere Crystal balls and spheres are crystals that have been shaped and polished into a spherical shape. The roundness of the crystal ball symbolically represents a sense of oneness, wholeness, completion, karma, and respect for cyclical energies. The shape of the sphere sends energetic light vibrations in all directions. Keywords: Psychic protection, grounding, cleansing of negativity, spirit communication Chakras: Base Element: Earth Zodiac Sign: Scorpio Number: 1 Black Obsidian Crystal Healing Properties: Black Obsidian’s energy creates a protective shield that helps one remain centered when faced with negativity. It assists in recognizing where one is holding negativity and helps uncover unconscious thoughts and patterns that inhibit one’s spiritual and personal growth. Black Obsidian History and Uses: Black Obsidian derives it name from an ancient Roman explorer called Obsius who was given a black glass sphere from a volcano by an Ethiopian woman called Xenia. It is also called the “wizard stone” because it has been used since ancient times in many magical practices. Polished Obsidian mirrors were used for scrying and Nostradamus is reputed to have used a Black Obsidian sphere for scrying. It is an opaque volcanic glass that can be black, brown-grey or green, the translucent variety from Arizona is referred to as Apache Tears. Black Obsidian has been used since Paleolithic times for making tools and weapons because it holds a sharp edge. Black Obsidian Geological Description: Obsidian is a glassy, silica-rich rock formed from lava with a hardness of 5 to 5.5. It is an amorphous stone meaning that its structure contains no regular geometric pattern. Obsidian is found in South America, Japan, Mexico, Afghanistan, and parts of the United States. Affirmation: I clear and transform negative energy and patterns. Price is for one (1) Sphere All stones are subject to size, coloring & weight. These are all real crystals & semi-precious gemstones. Each gemstone has its own unique personality, energy and vibration, where no two stones are alike so please allow for variation. Stones choices vary and are not always the same as the photo. If you have specific questions or concerns, always inquire, we will be glad to search for that particular item you are interested in.
