Obsidian is a very protective stone, and is excellent for removing negativity. Obsidian is a very healing stone. Obsidian crystals are used as a grounding and centering stone. Hold in your hand to help bring your focus back to the real world. Obsidian helps get in touch with buried issues before they explode. It is also often used in protective rituals and can help with protection from abuse. Obsidian has been used for centuries for scrying. Staring into the blackness can help empty ones mind and allow access to ones sixth sense. It is also excellent protection against psychic attacks. Obsidian is also an excellent manifestation stone. Physically it benefits the stomach, intestines, muscle tissue, and can rid one of bacterial or viral infections. It sharpens and focuses internal and external vision.  Obsidian is related to the root chakra.

approx size .5 to .75 inch