Tumblestone - Keyring - Obsidian

The Obsidian definition is also linked with the root chakra, the energy center that stabilizes the system. By stimulating and activating the root chakra, Obsidian rock helps to harness the Earth's energy and strengthen your connection to its healing vibrations. Obsidian Tumblestone Keyring Classification: Volcanic Glass Location: Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Australia, Canada, Chile, Georgia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Greece, Guatemala, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Scotland, The Canary Islands, Turkey, and the USA Formation: Black Obsidian is a natural volcanic glass formed from molten lava that cools very rapidly. Chakra: Root Element: Earth / Fire Mohs Hardness Scale: 5 - 6 Zodiac: Scorpio & Sagittarius Metaphysical Properties: It is said that black Obsidian has valuable and regenerating properties. It is claimed to be a powerful cleanser of psychic smog created within your aura and is a strong psychic protection stone. It is believed that Obsidian can help alleviate mental stress and tension. Gemstones have been used throughout the ages. Whether as a status symbol in ornaments and jewellery or for their healing properties for both physical and mental health. This is still very much the case today. Some will use for meditation, reiki and other forms of healing practises or simply carrying them around with them. Chakra stones are used to activate, balance, or amplify the energy of the chakras. Crystal healing is based on the belief that stones or crystals have a natural healing frequency that can be activated to contribute to moving or balancing energy around them. No matter what your reason is for looking at these gemstones. They are magnificent and great to have around whether for beauty or there healing properties.