Mesoamerican cultures polished obsidian to make mirrors, since it has a vitreous and reflective shine.
It has the properties of making it possible to find a new impetus in life and to better accept. It was also used as an amulet and as ornamentation. MAHOGANY OBSIDIAN is more moderate than black obsidian. In ancient times, obsidian was highly valued thanks to its conchoidal fracture, which allows the creation of very sharp points and cutting tools. Mahogany obsidian, in particular, is said to increase sexuality and sensuality, most notably the sense of touch. Obsidian is also considered to be useful for those suffering from depression or addiction. The name of obsidian comes from the Latin "lapis obsianus", "obsidian stone", which derives from Obsius, supposedly a Roman explorer or naturalist, whom he makes reference Pliny (1st century AD). Mahogany Obsidian Metaphysical Properties Healers use it to relieve pain and improve circulation. There are also obsidian with blue, greenish and red tones. Mahogany Obsidian is a powerful stone that brings courage and strength when one is controlled by fears or lack self-confidence. In addition to the black obsidian we find the rainbow obsidian (black with reflections of color bands), golden obsidian (black with gold or silver reflection), mahogany obsidian (brown with black spots), snowy obsidian (black with circular gray spots) and apache tear obsidian (black and nodular). Depending on how it is carved, the surface of obsidian can change color (dichroism).ĭepending on its color and appearance, obsidian receives different names. The obsidian is usually black in color but there are also different varieties with brown, red, gold or gray tones, due to the presence of inclusions of iron oxides, gas bubbles or spherulites clear. It is characterized by its conchoidal fracture and can be translucent to opaque. Mahogany obsidian, in particular, is said to increase sexuality and sensuality, most notably the sense of touch. The lava solidified so quickly that the minerals did not have time to crystallize. The obsidian is a natural glass of volcanic origin that was formed by the rapid cooling of magmas rich in silicic acid. The mahogany obsidian is a variety of obsidian with brown bands due to the presence of iron oxides.
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