The Crystal and Mineral Vault


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Black Obsidian Crystal

The Crystal and Mineral Vault

Black Obsidian: The Volcanic Glass Sharper Than Surgical Steel

by Laura Konst
Black Obsidian is not a mineral in the traditional sense — it is a volcanic glass, formed when silica-rich lava cools too rapidly to crystallise. From ancient trade routes to modern collections, this guide explores the geology, history, and physical properties of one of nature's most extraordinary amorphous materials.