Obsidian Jewelry

Where the name comes from: The Ancient Greek philosopher Pliny mentions "Obsidianus" a volcanic glass named after Obsius who found a similar stone in Ethiopia.
Where the stones come from: World wide in areas of a particular type of volcanic eruption - rhyolitic, where the lava has cooled extremely quickly.
Chemistry:  A volcanic glass. 70-75% Silicon dioxide, SiO2 - the remainder is magnesium and iron oxides, MgO and Fe3O4
Colors: Black, dark brown, dark green, also with a range of sheens from yellow, blue and rainbow caused by tiny included air bubbles. Snowflake obsidian has inclusions of white crystals in a black matrix.
...and another thing: As a form of glass, obsidian can form very sharp cutting edges, even today it can be used for scalpel blades which are much sharper and smoother than steel.
 
Prices correct at time of writing - subject to change
Brass and Black Obsidian Cord Unity Bracelet from Bali
Brass and Black Obsidian Cord Unity Bracelet from Bali
$23.99

Obsidian Chip Beaded Stretch Bracelets (Set of 3)
Obsidian Chip Beaded Stretch Bracelets (Set of 3)
$25.49

Obsidian Beaded Necklace Crafted in Brazil
Obsidian Beaded Necklace Crafted in Brazil
$25.49

Pointed Faceted Obsidian Pendant from Brazil
Pointed Faceted Obsidian Pendant from Brazil
$29.74

Indian Obsidian Earrings Hand Made with Sterling Silver
Indian Obsidian Earrings Hand Made with Sterling Silver
$33.99

Star Motif Obsidian Pendant Necklace from Peru
Star Motif Obsidian Pendant Necklace from Peru
$35.99

Handcrafted Modern Sterling Silver Stud Obsidian Earrings
Handcrafted Modern Sterling Silver Stud Obsidian Earrings
$40.49

Sterling Silver Stud Earrings with Black Obsidian from Peru
Sterling Silver Stud Earrings with Black Obsidian from Peru
$40.49

Sterling Silver Stud Earrings with Obsidian Stone from Peru
Sterling Silver Stud Earrings with Obsidian Stone from Peru
$40.49

Obsidian 4 Strand Crochet Necklace from Brazil
Obsidian 4 Strand Crochet Necklace from Brazil
$44.99

Bali Obsidian and Sterling Silver Cord Unity Bracelet
Bali Obsidian and Sterling Silver Cord Unity Bracelet
$45.59

Silver and Obsidian Inca Chakana Stud Earrings
Silver and Obsidian Inca Chakana Stud Earrings
$47.49

Artisan Crafted Modern Obsidian Earrings
Artisan Crafted Modern Obsidian Earrings
$47.99

Handcrafted Modern Sterling Silver Cocktail Obsidian Ring
Handcrafted Modern Sterling Silver Cocktail Obsidian Ring
$47.99

Men
Men's Handmade Obsidian and Onyx Beaded Wristband Bracelet
$50.99

Modern Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings with Obsidian Stones
Modern Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings with Obsidian Stones
$52.19

Taxco Silver and Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Mexico
Taxco Silver and Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Mexico
$52.19

Modern Obsidian Stud Earrings from Peru
Modern Obsidian Stud Earrings from Peru
$52.19

Taxco Silver Stud Earrings with Obsidian from Mexico
Taxco Silver Stud Earrings with Obsidian from Mexico
$55.09

Obsidian dangle earrings
Obsidian dangle earrings
$55.24

Circular Obsidian Button Earrings Handcrafted in Peru
Circular Obsidian Button Earrings Handcrafted in Peru
$56.99

Mahogany Obsidian & Sterling Silver Stud Earrings From Peru
Mahogany Obsidian & Sterling Silver Stud Earrings From Peru
$56.99

Antiqued Finished Copper Cuff Bracelet with Obsidian Jewels
Antiqued Finished Copper Cuff Bracelet with Obsidian Jewels
$57.99

Chrysocolla and obsidian pendant necklace
Chrysocolla and obsidian pendant necklace
$58.49

Fair Trade Obsidian Dangle Earrings
Fair Trade Obsidian Dangle Earrings
$59.49

Sterling Silver and Obsidian Dangle Earrings
Sterling Silver and Obsidian Dangle Earrings
$59.49

Taxco Silver Necklace with Obsidian Pendant from Mexico
Taxco Silver Necklace with Obsidian Pendant from Mexico
$62.99

Hand Crafted Obsidian Cocktail Ring
Hand Crafted Obsidian Cocktail Ring
$62.99

Handcrafted Obsidian and Sterling Silver Rectangular Single Stone Ring
Handcrafted Obsidian and Sterling Silver Rectangular Single Stone Ring
$62.99

Obsidian Signet Ring
Obsidian Signet Ring
$62.99

Protection Sterling Silver Dangle Obsidian Earrings
Protection Sterling Silver Dangle Obsidian Earrings
$66.49

Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver and Obsidian Spider Ring
Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver and Obsidian Spider Ring
$66.49

Wide Sterling Ring with Obsidian
Wide Sterling Ring with Obsidian
$66.49

Obsidian and 950 Silver Dangle Earrings with Hooks
Obsidian and 950 Silver Dangle Earrings with Hooks
$67.49

Modern Obsidian Collar Necklace from Brazil
Modern Obsidian Collar Necklace from Brazil
$71.99

Matte Black Obsidian with Sterling Silver Earrings
Matte Black Obsidian with Sterling Silver Earrings
$72.24

Obsidian Ring Sterling Silver Artisan Jewelry
Obsidian Ring Sterling Silver Artisan Jewelry
$74.79

Teardrop Black Obsidian Pendant Necklace from Peru
Teardrop Black Obsidian Pendant Necklace from Peru
$75.99

Obsidian Gemstone Pendant Necklace on Cotton Cord from Peru
Obsidian Gemstone Pendant Necklace on Cotton Cord from Peru
$79.19

Mahogany obsidian heart necklace
Mahogany obsidian heart necklace
$79.99

Women
Women's Obsidian and Sterling Silver Y-Necklace
$79.99

Mahogany Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Peru
Mahogany Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Peru
$80.99

Modern Taxco Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Mexico
Modern Taxco Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Mexico
$80.99

Obsidian dangle earrings
Obsidian dangle earrings
$80.99

Hand Crafted Mahogany Obsidian Ring
Hand Crafted Mahogany Obsidian Ring
$80.99

Handmade Obsidian Cocktail Ring
Handmade Obsidian Cocktail Ring
$80.99

Handmade Mahogany Obsidian and Silver Drop Earrings
Handmade Mahogany Obsidian and Silver Drop Earrings
$83.29

Obsidian Circle and Sterling Silver Spiral Dangle Earrings
Obsidian Circle and Sterling Silver Spiral Dangle Earrings
$85.49

Modern Jasper and Obsidian Earrings
Modern Jasper and Obsidian Earrings
$88.19

Andean Silver Necklace Set with Black Obsidian
Andean Silver Necklace Set with Black Obsidian
$89.99

Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Andean Obsidian
Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Andean Obsidian
$89.99

Men
Men's Obsidian Owl Ring from Bali
$89.99

Round Black Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Peru
Round Black Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Peru
$94.99

Sterling Silver Brown Obsidian Chandelier Earrings from Peru
Sterling Silver Brown Obsidian Chandelier Earrings from Peru
$94.99

Black Obsidian Geometric Silver Cocktail Ring
Black Obsidian Geometric Silver Cocktail Ring
$94.99

Men
Men's Obsidian Jaguar Ring Crafted in Bali
$94.99

Sterling Silver and Obsidian Ring
Sterling Silver and Obsidian Ring
$95.99

Obsidian Circle and Sterling Silver Pendant from Peru
Obsidian Circle and Sterling Silver Pendant from Peru
$97.19

Faceted Obsidian Cocktail Ring from Peru
Faceted Obsidian Cocktail Ring from Peru
$97.19

18k Gold-Plated and Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Peru
18k Gold-Plated and Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Peru
$98.99

Men
Men's Obsidian and Sterling Silver Hawk Ring from Bali
$98.99

Modern Obsidian and Silver Cocktail Ring
Modern Obsidian and Silver Cocktail Ring
$98.99

Modern Men
Modern Men's Obsidian Ring
$98.99

Men
Men's Obsidian Ring
$98.99

Modern Sterling and Obsidian Cuff Bracelet
Modern Sterling and Obsidian Cuff Bracelet
$99.74

Men
Men's Obsidian and Leather Braided Wristband Bracelet
$102.59

Taxco Silver and Obsidian Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Taxco Silver and Obsidian Pendant Necklace from Mexico
$104.49

Men
Men's Sterling Silver, Obsidian and Sodalite Ring from Peru
$104.49

Obsidian and Cultured Pearl Cocktail Ring from Mexico
Obsidian and Cultured Pearl Cocktail Ring from Mexico
$104.49

Taxco Sterling Drop Earrings with Obsidian
Taxco Sterling Drop Earrings with Obsidian
$107.99

950 Silver and Obsidian Pendant Necklace from Mexico
950 Silver and Obsidian Pendant Necklace from Mexico
$107.99

Artisan Crafted Obsidian Necklace
Artisan Crafted Obsidian Necklace
$107.99

Contemporary Obsidian Earrings in Taxco 950 Silver
Contemporary Obsidian Earrings in Taxco 950 Silver
$109.24

Handmade Obsidian Cocktail Ring
Handmade Obsidian Cocktail Ring
$113.99

Peru Silver and Obsidian Single Stone Ring
Peru Silver and Obsidian Single Stone Ring
$118.99

Obsidian Cocktail Ring with a Hammered Band from Mexico
Obsidian Cocktail Ring with a Hammered Band from Mexico
$123.49

Handmade Citrine and Obsidian Pendant Necklace with 925 Silver Chain
Handmade Citrine and Obsidian Pendant Necklace with 925 Silver Chain
$132.99

Mahogany Obsidian and Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
Mahogany Obsidian and Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
$134.99

Men
Men's Obsidian Fang Pendant Necklace from Bali
$137.74

Handcrafted Sterling Silver and Obsidian Necklace
Handcrafted Sterling Silver and Obsidian Necklace
$143.99

Obsidian Pendant Necklace in Taxco Silver from Mexico
Obsidian Pendant Necklace in Taxco Silver from Mexico
$147.24

Obsidian and citrine dangle earrings
Obsidian and citrine dangle earrings
$151.99

Sleek Contemporary Obsidian Women
Sleek Contemporary Obsidian Women's Ring in Taxco Silver
$151.99

Mexican Fine Silver Cocktail Obsidian Ring
Mexican Fine Silver Cocktail Obsidian Ring
$169.09

Unique Mahogany Obsidian Ring
Unique Mahogany Obsidian Ring
$170.99

Obsidian Necklace with 24k Gold Plate
Obsidian Necklace with 24k Gold Plate
$175.99

Mahogany obsidian pendant bracelet
Mahogany obsidian pendant bracelet
$179.99

Obsidian and Silver Link Bracelet from Mexico
Obsidian and Silver Link Bracelet from Mexico
$260.99

Unique Mahogany Obsidian Pendant Necklace
Unique Mahogany Obsidian Pendant Necklace
$265.49

Handmade Mahogany Obsidian Pendant Necklace
Handmade Mahogany Obsidian Pendant Necklace
$341.99

Modern Sterling Silver Link Necklace with Obsidian Jewels
Modern Sterling Silver Link Necklace with Obsidian Jewels
$620.99