This hand-carved silver obsidian athame is a ceremonial knife shaped from natural volcanic glass, made for the altar rather than the kitchen. Its dark, glossy blade catches the light with a soft silvery shimmer that seems to move as you turn it, giving it a quiet, mysterious presence. At about 150-160mm long, it rests comfortably in the hand and makes a striking centerpiece for ritual work, meditation or a carved crystal collection.
Product Highlights
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Material: Natural silver obsidian, a volcanic glass with a silvery sheen.
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Form: A hand-carved athame, or ritual knife, from our carved crystals collection.
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Size: About 150-160mm long.
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What's included: One carved silver obsidian athame.
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Natural variation: The sheen and depth of color differ from piece to piece, and the decorative handle details can vary slightly.
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Use: Decorative and ceremonial only. The stone blade is not sharpened for cutting.
Chakra Connection
In crystal tradition, silver obsidian is tied to the root chakra and is valued as a grounding, protective stone that helps you feel steady, centered and clear. Many people reach for obsidian when they want to release old patterns and see a situation honestly. The athame itself carries its own symbolism: in many ritual traditions it represents will, intention and the element of fire or air, and it is used to direct energy, mark sacred space or symbolically cut away what no longer serves you. Pairing that meaning with a protective, grounding stone makes this piece a natural fit for setting boundaries and starting fresh. Explore more stones like it in our Protection and Purification and Cleansing collections.
How to Use
- Place it at the center of your altar as a focal point for setting intentions.
- Use it to trace a circle in the air when opening a meditation or ritual space.
- Hold it during a release ritual, imagining it cutting the cords to habits or worries you are ready to let go.
- Pair it with selenite or black tourmaline for a cleansing and protective altar setup.
- Display it flat on a shelf or small dish beside candles and other carved crystals.
- Give it as a gift to a friend who practices witchcraft, keeps an altar or collects unusual crystal carvings, perfect for a birthday, Samhain or the turning of the seasons.
Crystal Care
Obsidian is natural volcanic glass and can chip if dropped, and the thin tip of the carving is its most delicate part. Store it flat in a soft cloth or on a padded surface, away from harder stones that could scratch its polish. Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth; avoid soaking it, especially around the decorative handle. Our guide on cleansing and charging crystals covers gentle methods such as moonlight, sound and smoke.
FAQs
Is this made of real stone?
Yes. The blade and body are carved from natural silver obsidian, which is not dyed. Small decorative details on the handle are added for ornament.
How big is the athame?
It is about 150-160mm long, about as long as a large smartphone is tall. It fits comfortably in one hand and sits well on most altar tables, shelves or display trays.
Is the blade sharp?
No. This athame is carved for ceremonial and decorative use, and the stone edge is not sharpened. Even so, handle the tip with care, because it is the thinnest and most fragile part of the carving.
Will mine look like the photo?
It will be the same design, material and size. Because each athame is carved from natural stone, the sheen and color of the obsidian will vary a little from the photos.
Why does silver obsidian shimmer?
The silvery glow comes from countless tiny gas bubbles and mineral inclusions lined up inside the glass as the lava cooled. Light reflecting off these layers creates the soft sheen you see when you turn the stone.
What Is Silver Obsidian?
Obsidian forms when volcanic lava cools so quickly that crystals cannot grow, leaving a smooth natural glass. Silver obsidian is a variety with a silvery sheen caused by tiny gas bubbles and mineral inclusions aligned inside the glass. Fun fact: obsidian can be fractured to an edge far finer than steel, which is why ancient cultures used it for blades and tools. Silver obsidian is sometimes confused with black tourmaline, but obsidian has a glassy, smooth fracture rather than tourmaline's ridged crystal faces.
Further Reading
Bring home a silver obsidian athame and give your altar a beautiful, meaningful tool for setting intentions.
Metaphysical properties are shared for spiritual and traditional interest only and are not medical advice. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition.
