{"product_id":"black-obsidian-egg-3in","title":"Black Obsidian Egg 3\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack obsidian is a natural volcanic glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, traditionally associated with protection and grounding. This egg is cut and polished to about 3 inches, with a smooth, glossy black surface that fits comfortably in the hand — a substantial piece for meditation, display, or a quiet moment of focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack obsidian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolcanic glass, silica-rich\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMohs ~5–5.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChakra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditionally used for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection, grounding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\/Water-safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafe for brief contact; avoid harsh chemicals; obsidian can have sharp edges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeaning \u0026amp; history\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack obsidian is a longtime member of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/protection-grounding\"\u003eprotection and grounding\u003c\/a\u003e family, linked to the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/root-chakra\"\u003eroot chakra\u003c\/a\u003e and a sense of shielding from negativity. The egg form has its own tradition in crystal carving, often read as a symbol of new beginnings and potential, and its smooth curve makes it a natural shape to hold during a quiet meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHold the egg in your palm during meditation, set it on a small stand (sold separately) as a display piece, or place it on an altar alongside other grounding stones. It pairs well with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/black-obsidian-sphere\"\u003eBlack Obsidian Sphere\u003c\/a\u003e for a matched display, or browse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crystals\"\u003ecrystals\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/balance-wellness\"\u003ebalance and wellness\u003c\/a\u003e collections for more options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; cleansing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brief rinse is fine, but skip long soaks and harsh chemicals, and dry it promptly with a soft cloth. It's solid stone but still glass at its core, so keep it away from hard knocks and store it somewhere it won't be dropped or bumped against other stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a black obsidian egg used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a decorative and symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device. In crystal tradition, black obsidian is associated with protection and grounding, and the egg form is often chosen for meditation, display, or as a hand-held focus piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is the egg?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis egg measures about 3 inches, a substantial handheld or display size that also stands well on its own with a small stand (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it made from real obsidian?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Each egg is cut and polished from natural black obsidian, a volcanic glass, so sheen and exact size vary slightly piece to piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it shaped like an egg?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe egg form has a long tradition in crystal carving, often associated with new beginnings and potential, and it also happens to sit comfortably in the hand for meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it get wet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA brief rinse is fine, but avoid long soaks and harsh chemicals, and dry it promptly, since obsidian is glass and can be sensitive to sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the egg fragile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's solid stone but still glass at its core, so it can chip or crack if dropped onto a hard surface or knocked against other stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is a black obsidian egg used for?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"This is a decorative and symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device. 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