{"product_id":"silver-sheen-obsidian-rough","title":"Silver Sheen Obsidian - Rough","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e: Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: Silver sheen obsidian from Mexico is a natural volcanic glass distinguished by its reflective, silvery bands that appear to float beneath the surface. Unlike standard black obsidian, this variety develops a layered sheen caused by aligned microscopic inclusions—often tiny gas bubbles or mineral particles—that reflect light in a directional way. When polished, these layers create a soft metallic glow that shifts as the stone is moved, giving each piece a distinct visual depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1240\" data-start=\"732\"\u003eThis material forms during rapid cooling of silica-rich lava, typically in volcanic environments where magma is expelled and quenched before crystals can develop. The lack of crystalline structure makes obsidian technically a glass rather than a mineral. In regions like Jalisco, volcanic activity has produced large deposits of high-quality obsidian, which has been used for thousands of years by Mesoamerican cultures for tools, blades, and ceremonial objects due to its sharp fracture and workable nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1563\" data-start=\"1242\"\u003eSilver sheen obsidian is often associated with reflection, clarity, and self-awareness. Its mirror-like surface and layered appearance give it a reputation for helping people examine deeper thoughts or patterns. Many are drawn to it as a stone that encourages looking beneath the surface—both visually and metaphorically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChemical Composition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Primarily SiO₂ (silicon dioxide), with trace inclusions of magnetite or other iron oxides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lapidary \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Translucent\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCracks: \u003c\/strong\u003eMinimal\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInclusions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Minimal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Size of\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 1 pc\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 14cm x 7cm x 2.5cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 pc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 230g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRough is rough. We do our best to grade and describe pieces in the lot, but ultimately, they all differ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mexico","offers":[{"title":"Gram","offer_id":48166794920106,"sku":null,"price":0.06,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 grams","offer_id":48166794952874,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kilogram","offer_id":48166794985642,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/SilverSheenObsidian-Rough-5.jpg?v=1776033137","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/de\/products\/silver-sheen-obsidian-rough","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}