Obsidian is a volcanic glass that has undergone rapid cooling of heated rocks. It got its name from the ancient Roman warrior Obsidius. According to legend, it was he who first brought obsidian to Rome. Historians claim that they can even indicate the place from where that first obsidian was brought. It has other names as well. Obsidian has been called resin stone, bottle stone, mountain tree, Persian, wasserchrysolite, Icelandic agate or snow obsidian at different times. Its color varies, which is due to its composition. Obsidian can be gray-white, red, gray, yellow, brown or black. Black obsidian with beautiful red-brown inclusions also occurs in nature.
Obsidian: healing properties
It used to be believed that buying obsidian meant curing colds for a long time. It can strengthen the body and protect it from various diseases, the main cause of which is hypothermia. In addition, obsidian protects against gastrointestinal problems. It is believed that obsidian beads, necklaces or rosaries lower blood pressure. Viral diseases are also nothing if you are wearing a necklace or other obsidian jewelry.
Obsidian: magical properties
Obsidian and magical rituals always go hand in hand. Mayan priests made sacrificial knives from obsidian, the ancient Sumerians made mirrors that they used in magical rituals. Obsidian is still used to "peep" into the future and reveal the secrets of the past: it is from this mineral that magic balls are made, which are used by most magicians and soothsayers.
Amulets, charms and talismans made of obsidian
Most often, obsidian is chosen as an amulet by practicing magicians, scientists and naturalists. In general, it is considered a protective stone for anyone who is afraid or who is being attacked: it does not matter whether these are real or mystical forces. Obsidian jewelry, in addition to the fact that it looks great on the body, also reliably protects from evil looks, bad, unclean love, envy and magic.
Who is recommended to wear obsidian jewelry? People born under the sign of Leo, Sagittarius and Capricorn should buy obsidian. Obsidian helps strong people overcome doubts and decide on an important step. It is believed that obsidian is a unique stone. Because it gives each person something of their own, exactly what they lack at the moment.