At first glance this sphere looks deep black, but turn it under a light and soft bands of rainbow color appear inside. Rainbow obsidian is natural volcanic glass, and its hidden colors make it a favorite small sphere for desks and altars.
Product Highlights
- Material: Natural rainbow obsidian
- Shape: Polished sphere, from our Crystal Spheres range
- Size options: 30-40mm or 40-50mm across
- Colors: Black with bands of rainbow sheen in bright light
- Chakra: Traditionally linked with the Root Chakra
- Pick Method: Random Pick. Rainbow bands vary naturally
Chakra Connection
In crystal tradition, obsidian is linked with the root chakra, protection and honest self-reflection, and rainbow obsidian adds a gentler, hopeful quality with its hidden colors. Explore more stones like it in our Protection and Growth and Transformation collections.
How to Use
- Shine a flashlight or lamp on it to reveal the rainbow bands.
- Keep it on your desk as a small protective accent.
- Hold it during reflective journaling or meditation.
- Pair it with hematite or smoky quartz for a grounding display.
Crystal Care
Obsidian is volcanic glass, around 5 to 5.5 on the Mohs scale, and can chip if dropped. Clean it with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it well. Rest it on a stand so it cannot roll off a shelf. See our Mohs hardness guide for more on stone durability.
FAQs
Why can't I see the rainbow colors?
The colors show best under strong, direct light. Hold the sphere near a lamp, flashlight or sunlight and turn it slowly to find the bands.
Is obsidian a crystal?
Obsidian is a natural volcanic glass, not a true crystal. It cools so quickly that crystals do not have time to form.
Which size makes a good gift?
Both sizes fit easily in a gift box. The 40-50mm sphere shows the rainbow bands a little more clearly.
What Is Rainbow Obsidian?
Rainbow obsidian is a natural volcanic glass formed when lava cools very quickly. Tiny inclusions of magnetite nanoparticles inside the glass scatter light, creating soft bands of color that appear in bright light. It is found mainly in Mexico and has long been polished into spheres, hearts and mirrors. Browse more pieces in our obsidian collection.
Further Reading
Discover the hidden colors of this rainbow obsidian sphere.
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