Black obsidian is known as a protection warrior of stones. It is a great protection stone that also wards off negative energies. It also Shields against something or someone, so Shields against negativity and protecting shielding it away.

Worry stones, also know as as thumb stones, smooth polished gemstones. They can have a thumb sized indentation so you can carry it in your pocket and rub it for meditation purposes. Not all thumb stones, worry stones have the indentation. Our batches do vary. (Current Batch - No indentation)

People use them by holding the stone between the index finger and thumb and rubbing one's thumb back and forth across the stone. It is believed to be a self soothing exercise. The concept of worry stones is believed to originate in ancient Greece, Tibet, and Ireland. They were also popular with multiple Native American Tribes.

Product Details:

  • Priced Individually
  • Design & Appearance:  A thumb stone take different shapes. An oval solid or to a semi point with a thumb indentation. A strong shiny black lustre to high gloss finish. Polished smooth
  • Material: Black Obsidian also known as Black healing crystal gemstone, it is a volcanic stone with a glass like appearance
  • Meaning: Black obsidian is said to offer clarity, it is said to release, cleanse and purify blockages, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Known as the warrior stone the great protection stone. This is also known as a truth stone
  • Approx Size: 2-3cm (Please allow + or - 5% on size and colour variance)
  • Approx Weight: 14-25g
  • Uses: Thumb worry stone used for meditations, prayers and comfort
  • Origin: India

Note: Please note as a natural product colour and markings can vary + or - 10%. Crystals and stones are mined from deep within the earth, natural veins and threads occur. Any distinctive changes we will amend the picture accordingly.

What is a thumb worry stone?

A thumb stone, also known as a worry stone, is a small, smooth, and polished flat stone, often oval-shaped, with an indentation for the thumb. It is designed to be held and rubbed between the thumb and fingers, providing comfort and relief from stress or anxiety.

Black Obsidian Symbolic meaning:

Black Obsidian is a rich shiny stone, glamorous, a beautiful and elegant but powerful protection, and grounding stone. It is a root chakra stone which means that it keeps you tethered or anchored. Black Obsidian is formed by the quick cooling of volcanic lava. It cools quickly to form a glass like appearance.

Black obsidian is a warrior or a black knight, those that seek protection, grounding and deep state of healing revealing truth.

Obsidian is Black but can be different colours. It has very light inclusions. Obsidian is formed when volcanic lava cools very quickly. Like all Obsidian's, Silver-Sheen Obsidian is a very protective stone. It is said to form a shield against negativity, to absorb negative energies from the environment and to block psychic attack. In addition Silver-Sheen Obsidian encourages perseverance and patience. It can be used to enhance meditation and to help retain a connection to the physical body during astral projection. Silver-Sheen Obsidian can be used to balance and clear the Third Eye Chakra.

Associated Chakra: Black Obsidian or know also as Black is a stone connected to the root chakra. However it is known to help assist in our self worth and self esteem which is our 3rd chakra the Solar Plexus.

Associated Zodiac & Birth Sign Stones;

Black Obsidian is associated with the star sign Scorpio. This is due to it's dark and mysterious high warrior and protection attributes that reflects intense energies. It is as passionate about its job like the sign Scorpio are as passionate about what they are. Black Obsidian helps draw on our deep inner strength and courage whilst grounding restoring and re-balancing in difficult periods.

What are the benefits of Black Obsidian:

Obsidian is believed to be a stone of clarity, with the ability to release emotional, physical, and spiritual blockages, drawing out stress and tension. Obsidian is also known for clearing ancient traumas, detoxification, and encouraging personal growth.

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