Obsidian Black Scrying Mirror - 6” Diameter

This beautiful Obsidian Scrying Mirror is a great addition to your healing crystal collection. Mirror scrying evolved from ancient water scrying. The early mirrors were made of polished metal, polished silver and obsidian. Scrying is the practice of divining the past, present and future in smooth, reflective surfaces. The natural beauty of obsidian produces remarkable scrying surfaces.

The black scrying mirror, also known as the “magic mirror” is a powerful metaphysical tool. It can reveal to the user secret hidden knowledge and clairvoyant ability and can act as a portal to other planes of existence in our universe. Obsidian is also said to ground spiritual energy and dissolve shock and fear, helpful qualities in divination of any kind.

Black Obsidian is a glassy luster rock that is formed from volcanic glass. This is present where lava enters the water, as well as around the edges of a volcanic dome or lava flow. Because of light-reflecting inclusions within the stone, obsidian may have a metallic sheen. Based on the color and sheen of this stone it has variations of rainbow obsidian, golden obsidian, and silver obsidian.

An Obsidian is an igneous rock that forms above the Earth’s crust as molten rock cools. The end product is flawless, uniform volcanic glass. Ancient civilizations produce weapons for war as well as cutting tools for daily use. The precious stone was also used to make jewelry and ceremonial objects.

Obsidian is a defensive stone that shields from negative energy. Because of its sharpness, the stone is believed to pierce the shadow and expose the truth itself. Mayan prophets used obsidian as mirrors for scrying, it was their way of foretelling the future. Obsidian is a birthstone for Sagittarians.