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Obsidian,
Onyx, Opal
 
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Stone: Obsidian
Color: Black
Associated Element: Fire
Energy: Projective
Magickal Powers/Uses: Obsidian is quickly cooled lava that
forms an opaque black or sometimes greenish stone. It is a powerful
protector and shields one from harm and negativity. Highly polished
pieces or mirrors are also used for scryng. Obsidian facilitates
grounding and centering, and helps to bring its user "down
to earth". Snowflake obsidian is black with small crystals
that form within the stone, producing white "snowflake"
patterns. It is helpful for healing problems with skin, bones, hair,
nails and digestion. Obsidian is found throughout the world where
there is a history of or current volcanic activity, including the
United States.
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Stone: Onyx
Color: Black
Associated Element: Fire
Energy: Projective
Magickal Powers/Uses: Onyx is an commonly an opaque black
stone, sometimes with swirls of brown or white, but can also be
golden brown or light green with bands or swirls. Onyx is mainly
used for protection and as a defense against negative magick. It
is also said to inhibit sexual energy and desire. Onyx enhances
self-control and promotes tenacity and steadfastness. It can bring
strength for those seeking to rid themselves of bad or unhealthy
habits.
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Courtesy of Miki Sidhe Wolf
Stone: Opal
Color: Varied
Associated Element: All
Energy: All
Magickal Powers/Uses: Opal is an interesting and beautiful
stone known for its "opalescence" or constant variation
in color and transparency. It is said that opals contain the attributes
and colors of all other stones and they can be charged with all
the qualities necessary for any magickal working. Opals specifically
facilitate psychism, beauty, luck, money, and love. The old superstition
that opals are the bringers of misfortune is simply not founded.
They foster increased emotion and dramatic qualities. They were
prized by Aborigines of Australia, Native Americans, and the people
of India. Surprisingly, opals have quite a high water content and
should never be exposed to chemicals, high heat, strong impact,
or dramatic changes in temperature or air pressure. Opals are found
in the Czech Republic, Mexico, England, Australia, and the United
States.
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