{"product_id":"rainbow-obsidian-crystal-sphere","title":"Rainbow Obsidian Sphere","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural rainbow obsidian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished sphere, from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spheres\"\u003eCrystal Spheres\u003c\/a\u003e range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-40mm or 40-50mm across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black with bands of rainbow sheen in bright light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally linked with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/root-chakra-crystals\"\u003eRoot Chakra\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePick Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Random Pick. Rainbow bands vary naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChakra Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 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 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/protection-crystals\"\u003eProtection\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/growth-transformation-crystals\"\u003eGrowth and Transformation\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShine a flashlight or lamp on it to reveal the rainbow bands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it on your desk as a small protective accent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold it during reflective journaling or meditation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair it with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hematite-crystals\"\u003ehematite\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/smoky-quartz-crystals\"\u003esmoky quartz\u003c\/a\u003e for a grounding display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCrystal Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eObsidian 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 \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/understanding-the-mohs-scale-of-mineral-hardness\"\u003eMohs hardness guide\u003c\/a\u003e for more on stone durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy can't I see the rainbow colors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe colors show best under strong, direct light. Hold the sphere near a lamp, flashlight or sunlight and turn it slowly to find the bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs obsidian a crystal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eObsidian is a natural volcanic glass, not a true crystal. It cools so quickly that crystals do not have time to form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size makes a good gift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth sizes fit easily in a gift box. The 40-50mm sphere shows the rainbow bands a little more clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Rainbow Obsidian?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRainbow 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 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/obsidian-crystals\"\u003eobsidian\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/obsidian-crystal-meaning-types-healing-properties-uses-guide\"\u003eObsidian Crystal Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/black-crystals-meaning-properties-protection-power\"\u003eBlack Crystals: Meaning and Uses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover the hidden colors of this rainbow obsidian sphere.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ali","offers":[{"title":"Rainbow Obsidian \/ 30-40mm","offer_id":48272610295979,"sku":"1005010657223652-1PC-3-4cm","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rainbow Obsidian \/ 40-50mm","offer_id":48272610328747,"sku":"1005010657223652-1PC-4-5cm","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/0345\/5915\/files\/Rainbow-Obsidian-Sphere-Spheres-Rainbow-Obsidian-30-40mm.jpg?v=1792132131","url":"https:\/\/www.crystaldestiny.com\/products\/rainbow-obsidian-crystal-sphere","provider":"Crystal Destiny","version":"1.0","type":"link"}