# Gemstone Lucky Cat - Black Obsidian > Gemstone Lucky Cat - Black Obsidian is a black obsidian crystal. It costs £12.80 and is in stock, shipped across the UK in 2–5 working days. Black is the traditional colour of protection and of banishing what is unwanted. It suits someone drawn to bold, glossy black pieces. ## Facts | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | URL | https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-lucky-cat-black-obsidian392 | | Product type | Gemstone Figures | | This option | Black Obsidian | | Material | Black Obsidian: natural volcanic glass, not a crystal | | Colour | Glossy black | | Hardness | 5–5.5 on the Mohs scale | | Natural or man-made | Natural volcanic glass formed when lava cools very quickly. | | Where it is usually found | Mexico and volcanic regions worldwide | | What's included | One crystal | | SKU | gemf-53 | | Price | £12.80 | | Availability | In stock | | Care | Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks. | | Delivery | UK only. £3.95, free over £40; 2–5 working days | | Returns | 14 days from delivery (UK Consumer Contracts Regulations) | | Payment | Card via secure Shopify checkout | | Category | Gemstone Figures (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/gemstone-figures) | | Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk | ## Description Gemstone Lucky Cat - Black Obsidian is a natural black obsidian piece. Black is the traditional colour of protection and of banishing what is unwanted. Styling: black looks dramatic on a gothic altar and crisp against white walls. Also in this range (4 in total): Gold Tiger Eye, Rose Quartz, Amethyst. Black Obsidian is natural volcanic glass, not a crystal, typically glossy black. It measures 5–5.5 on the Mohs hardness scale. Natural volcanic glass formed when lava cools very quickly. Obsidian blades can be sharper than surgical steel, which is why it was prized for tools. ## Traditions (belief, not health claims) People have collected and carried stones as amulets for thousands of years. Polished obsidian was used for mirrors by the Aztecs; one such mirror, associated with the Elizabethan scholar John Dee, is in the British Museum. In modern practice obsidian is linked with protection and honest self-reflection. In modern crystal tradition black obsidian is linked with the root chakra and with Scorpio and Sagittarius. These are traditions and beliefs, described for interest, not health or medical claims. ## How to use - Hold it during meditation as a point of focus. - Keep it in a pocket, on a desk or in a crystal grid. - It pairs traditionally with clear quartz or selenite. - Grid idea: crystal grids arrange stones in a pattern such as a circle or the Flower of Life around a central piece and a written intention. - Moon idea: many collectors set their stones out on the night of the full moon and bring them back in the next morning. - Gifting idea: wrap it in a small cloth pouch with a handwritten note about the stone's traditional meaning. ## Care - Wipe with a smooth, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks. Obsidian is glass, so it can chip if knocked. - Dust gently; check whether the stone tolerates water. ## Policies - Delivery: UK delivery £3.95, free over £40, 2–5 working days. UK addresses only. - Returns: You can cancel within 14 days of delivery under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations; email hello@starseeduk.co.uk to arrange a return and we refund within 14 days of receiving it back. - Payment: Payment is by debit or credit card (and the wallets Shopify supports) through secure Shopify checkout. ## Other versions - [Gemstone Lucky Cat - Amethyst](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-lucky-cat-amethyst390): £12.80 - [Gemstone Lucky Cat - Gold Tiger Eye](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-lucky-cat-gold-tiger-eye387): £12.80 - [Gemstone Lucky Cat - Rose Quartz](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-lucky-cat-rose-quartz393): £12.80 ## Questions and answers (18) ### What is the Gemstone Lucky Cat - Black Obsidian used for? Keep it in a pocket, on a desk or in a crystal grid. Polished obsidian was used for mirrors by the Aztecs; one such mirror, associated with the Elizabethan scholar John Dee, is in the British Museum. ### Is the black obsidian in the Black Obsidian crystal real? Natural volcanic glass formed when lava cools very quickly. Each piece is natural, so colour and markings vary from the photo. ### How do I cleanse my black obsidian crystal? Popular rituals are a night under the full moon, a few seconds in incense smoke, or a rest on selenite. A quick rinse is fine for this stone if you dry it straight away. These are rituals, not cleaning requirements. ### Is the Black Obsidian crystal a good gift? Yes, especially for someone drawn to bold, glossy black pieces. At £12.80 it makes an easy add-on or stocking filler. You can send it to any UK address at checkout. ### When will my Black Obsidian crystal arrive? Most UK orders arrive within 2–5 working days. Delivery costs £3.95 and is free over £40. ### Can I send the Black Obsidian crystal back if I change my mind? Yes, within 14 days of delivery. Email hello@starseeduk.co.uk to start a return. Faulty items are also covered by the Consumer Rights Act. ### What's the difference between Black Obsidian and Gold Tiger Eye? Both are Gemstone Lucky Cat pieces. Black Obsidian centres on black; Gold Tiger Eye centres on yellow. They cost the same. ### Which Gemstone Lucky Cat options are there? 4 options: Gold Tiger Eye, Rose Quartz, Amethyst, as well as this one. ### What does black mean in ritual tradition? Black is the traditional colour of protection and of banishing what is unwanted. ### What is Black Obsidian associated with? Polished obsidian was used for mirrors by the Aztecs; one such mirror, associated with the Elizabethan scholar John Dee, is in the British Museum. In modern practice obsidian is linked with protection and honest self-reflection. These are beliefs, not health claims. ### What chakra is Black Obsidian linked with? In modern crystal tradition, the root chakra. ### Which zodiac signs go with Black Obsidian? Scorpio and Sagittarius, according to popular crystal tradition. ### How hard is Black Obsidian? 5–5.5 on the Mohs scale. That's fairly soft, so store it apart from harder stones. ### Where does Black Obsidian come from? Black Obsidian is usually found in Mexico and volcanic regions worldwide. ### What goes well with Black Obsidian? It is often paired with clear quartz or selenite. ### Is the Black Obsidian crystal in stock? Yes, it's available now and dispatched to UK addresses. ### How can I pay? Payment is by debit or credit card (and the wallets Shopify supports) through secure Shopify checkout. ### Do you deliver outside the UK? Not at the moment. We deliver to UK addresses only, usually in 2–5 working days. More: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/questions/gemstone-lucky-cat-black-obsidian392