Speckled obsidian and onyx bracelet 10 mm

Well-being

Onyx is a variety of agate. It has been widely used for carving decorative objects and creating works of art. One of the most remarkable is the Grand Cameo of France, also known as the Sainte-Chapelle Cameo. It is the largest cameo known in the world, 31 cm high and 26.5 cm wide. It dates from the 1^st century AD. It is said to depict the apotheosis of Augustus and the continuation of his dynasty. It is made up of 24 figures representing his entire lineage up to the Roman emperor Tiberius.

In ancient Chinese civilizations, onyx was considered a bad-luck stone. It was therefore not used and was intended solely for export.

In the Middle Ages, wearing onyx was discouraged. Its dream-related powers were feared. It was said that wearing onyx made you see ghosts in your sleep.

Onyx came back into fashion during the Renaissance.

Onyx is a stone of stability and grounding, with gentle energy. It grounds inconsistent people into a more stable lifestyle. It promotes balance and strengthens self-confidence and a sense of peace and security.

Onyx promotes centering and balances energies. It boosts vitality and strengthens self-control.

It’s also a stone of protection that absorbs negative energies and welcomes positive energies.

Warning: this product is not intended for therapeutic use and cannot replace medical treatment or supervision.

Cleansing and recharging

Cleansing:

Onyx can be cleansed by running it under water for a few minutes. To preserve the jewelry setting, we recommend smudging instead with a palo santo stick or white sage. Light the palo santo or sage and pass your jewelry over the smoke released. Don’t forget to air out the room well after smudging.

Recharging:

Onyx can be recharged in the sun, in moonlight, or by placing it in a quartz geode, on a quartz cluster, or an amethyst druse. You can also use a Flower of Life plate.

OBSIDIAN

Obsidian is a black stone of volcanic origin. It forms when magma lava cools rapidly. It shines a glossy black or is speckled with white spots (snowflake obsidian).

With its sharp edges, obsidian was a stone of choice for making blades, daggers, spearheads, and arrows during Prehistory.

The Egyptians used obsidian to create the eyes of their statues. The eyes of Tutankhamun’s funerary mask were made with black obsidian.

During embalming ceremonies, Egyptian priests used obsidian knives to ward off harmful energies.

The Aztecs made black obsidian mirrors to read the future.

Obsidian is a stone of protection. It acts as a powerful shield against negative waves. It strengthens grounding in reality. Obsidian is a stone of connection with the unconscious. It removes emotional blockages. It heals traumas from past lives. Obsidian wards off negative spiritual influences.

It is traditionally placed near the bed or under a pillow to eliminate stress and regain inner peace.

Snowflake obsidian promotes calm and soothing.

It’s a stone of balance. It promotes impartiality and refocusing on yourself, ideal for meditation.

Black obsidian allows you to see into the depths of yourself. Black obsidian balls are used like crystal balls. They are powerful aids for meditation and for questioning the future.

Silver obsidian highlights energy blockages and unlocks unconscious emotions. It intensifies meditation. It strengthens patience and perseverance.

Golden obsidian is particularly used for reading the future. It helps overcome futility and ego problems. It balances energy fields.

Sheen obsidian or rainbow obsidian is a stone of intuition and clairvoyance. It is endowed with strong protective powers. This stone is placed in the home or office to ward off negative energies. It is highly valued by therapists who want to increase their perception.

Warning: this product is not intended for therapeutic use and cannot replace medical treatment or supervision.

Cleansing and recharging

Cleansing:

Obsidian can be cleansed by running it under water. To preserve the jewelry setting, we recommend smudging instead with a palo santo stick or white sage. Light the palo santo or sage and pass your jewelry over the smoke released. Don’t forget to air out the room well after smudging.

Recharging:

Obsidian can be recharged in moonlight or by placing it in a quartz geode, on a quartz cluster, or an amethyst druse. You can also use a Flower of Life plate.