Black Obsidian bracelet meaning

What is a black obsidian bracelet worn for?

A black obsidian bracelet is traditionally worn for protection, honesty and letting go of what no longer fits. Obsidian is a root chakra stone linked with Scorpio and Sagittarius, and it is often chosen as a first protection piece because it is simple, polished and entirely black. Its glassy surface scratches more easily than quartz, so store it in its pouch away from other jewellery.

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What is black obsidian?

Obsidian is natural volcanic glass, formed when lava cools too fast for crystals to grow. That is why it breaks with smooth, curved edges instead of flat faces. It measures 5 to 5.5 on the Mohs hardness scale and is commonly found in Mexico, the United States and Iceland. Every Crystal Basket bead is natural and undyed, so colour and pattern vary from bead to bead.

Which wrist do you wear black obsidian on?

Wear black obsidian on the right wrist. Tradition treats the right side as the one that projects, so protective stones sit there as a boundary facing outward.

How do you cleanse a black obsidian bracelet?

Cleanse black obsidian when it arrives and about once a month: overnight in moonlight, on a selenite plate for a few hours, or in palo santo, sage or oud smoke. A brief rinse in plain water is fine; dry it straight away so the cord lasts. It is sun safe, so a short spell on a bright windowsill does no harm. Full cleanse and care guide.

What does black obsidian pair well with?

Black Obsidian is often worn beside black tourmaline, hematite and smoky quartz. Every bracelet is 8 mm, so any of them stack evenly on the same wrist.

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