{"product_id":"gold-sheen-obsidian-6-sided-pendulum","title":"Gold Sheen Obsidian 6 Sided Pendulum with Clear Quartz Holding Bead","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eGold Sheen Obsidian 6 Sided Pendulum\u003c\/strong\u003e is crafted from natural Gold Sheen Obsidian and polished into a classic six-sided faceted point.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pendulum is suspended from a \u003cstrong\u003esilver plated chain\u003c\/strong\u003e and finished with a \u003cstrong\u003eround Clear Quartz holding bead\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a comfortable point from which to hold the pendulum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Sheen Obsidian is a naturally occurring variety of \u003cstrong\u003evolcanic glass\u003c\/strong\u003e recognised for the golden, bronze or metallic-looking sheen that can become visible when the material is viewed under suitable lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike Quartz, Fluorite or Tourmaline, Obsidian is \u003cstrong\u003enot a crystalline mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e. It forms when silica-rich molten rock cools so rapidly that substantial crystal growth cannot take place, producing an amorphous natural glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden sheen is an optical effect associated with tiny gas bubbles and internal structures formed as the volcanic glass developed. When light interacts with these microscopic features, areas of the otherwise dark Obsidian can reveal a striking golden reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intensity and position of the sheen naturally vary between individual pieces and change according to lighting and viewing angle, making every pendulum individually distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for geological and crystal collections, traditional dowsing practices, decorative collections or as a distinctive gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Material Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Sheen Obsidian\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural volcanic glass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRock Association:\u003c\/strong\u003e Igneous \/ volcanic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amorphous \/ non-crystalline\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silica-rich volcanic glass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Body Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black to very dark brown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical Characteristic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden to bronze sheen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFracture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conchoidal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–5.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePendulum Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 sided faceted point\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver plated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolding Bead:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round Clear Quartz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Sheen Obsidian develops from rapidly cooled silica-rich volcanic material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cooling process occurs sufficiently quickly to prevent the atoms from organising into the repeating structure required to form a crystalline mineral. The resulting material is therefore a \u003cstrong\u003enatural amorphous glass\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicroscopic gas bubbles and internal structures created during formation can interact with incoming light to produce the characteristic golden sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Causes the Gold Sheen in Obsidian?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden appearance of Gold Sheen Obsidian is an \u003cstrong\u003eoptical effect rather than metallic gold within the stone\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the formation of Obsidian, tiny gas bubbles and other microscopic structures can become incorporated within the volcanic glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen these features are suitably oriented, they interact with and reflect light, creating a golden, bronze or metallic-looking sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe effect becomes more or less visible as the stone, light source or viewing angle changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes Gold Sheen Obsidian Contain Gold?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. The name does not mean that the Obsidian contains metallic Gold.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Gold Sheen” describes the \u003cstrong\u003eappearance of the optical effect\u003c\/strong\u003e visible within the volcanic glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden reflection can resemble metallic colouration, but this should not be confused with native Gold or gold inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Gold Sheen Obsidian a Crystal?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineralogically, no.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObsidian is commonly grouped with crystals within the retail and metaphysical trades, but scientifically it is a \u003cstrong\u003enaturally occurring volcanic glass rather than a crystalline mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts atoms lack the long-range repeating crystal structure required for classification as a mineral species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe terms \u003cstrong\u003eGold Sheen Obsidian Crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eGolden Obsidian Crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e remain common commercial search terminology, but volcanic glass is the more accurate geological description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is the Difference Between Black Obsidian and Gold Sheen Obsidian?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth materials are varieties of natural Obsidian and share the same fundamental volcanic-glass origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e typically displays a predominantly uniform black to smoky-black appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Sheen Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e contains microscopic internal structures capable of producing its characteristic golden or bronze reflective sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom some viewing angles, Gold Sheen Obsidian may look predominantly black. The golden effect becomes apparent when the material is viewed from a suitable direction under appropriate lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMetaphysical Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin contemporary crystal traditions, Gold Sheen Obsidian is commonly associated with \u003cstrong\u003ereflection, confidence, grounding, personal awareness and intention\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts dark body colour and golden optical effect have also contributed to modern symbolic associations with recognising opportunities and examining situations from different perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese associations form part of contemporary crystal traditions and personal spiritual practices and are \u003cstrong\u003enot scientifically established properties of Gold Sheen Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChakra Association\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally associated with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoot Chakra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar Plexus Chakra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZodiac Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally associated with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSagittarius\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScorpio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapricorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eElement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin contemporary crystal traditions, Gold Sheen Obsidian is commonly associated with the Earth element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrystal Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional crystal pairings for Gold Sheen Obsidian include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePyrite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold Tiger’s Eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoky Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pairings reflect contemporary crystal traditions and personal practices rather than scientifically established effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Gold Sheen Obsidian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally occurring volcanic glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack body colour with natural golden to bronze sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix-sided faceted pendulum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver plated chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound Clear Quartz holding bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural variations in sheen and appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach pendulum is individually distinctive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRandomly selected from our collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Sheen Obsidian is a \u003cstrong\u003enatural volcanic glass rather than a crystalline mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden sheen is an optical effect and \u003cstrong\u003edoes not indicate the presence of metallic Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour, pattern, inclusions, intensity and position of the golden sheen will vary naturally between individual pendulums. 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