Sterling Silver Ring with Waihi Obsidian

Big Sterling Silver ring, size 11, with a large, 30x22mm obsidian from Waihi New Zealand. This stone is a black with grey swirls in it, very characteristic of the Waihi obsidian and this stone won second place in the NZ National gem cutting competition. The band is a double band of solid sterling silver with unique texture on the shoulders that I created by welding small bits of sterling silver together.

🖤 Obsidian – The Stone of Truth and Protection

Obsidian is a volcanic glass formed from rapidly cooled lava, known for its deep, reflective surface and grounding energy. What makes it especially remarkable is that, although it appears solid, obsidian is technically a hyper-viscous liquid frozen in time, a flowing energy captured in glass. This quality mirrors its spiritual role: flexible yet strong, revealing hidden truths while guiding transformation.

At Crystillery, we honor Obsidian as a mirror for the soul — a stone that encourages honest reflection, strengthens boundaries, and supports emotional and spiritual growth. Its energy is both grounding and revealing, offering courage to confront what lies beneath the surface.

Spiritually, Obsidian is believed to:

• Shield against negativity and protect energetic boundaries
• Promote self-reflection, clarity, and emotional healing
• Assist in releasing past trauma and unhelpful patterns
• Ground the wearer firmly in the present moment
• Encourage personal growth and transformation

Obsidian reminds us that truth, like flowing lava frozen in glass, has the power to shape, heal, and transform — strong, reflective, and deeply alive.

🪨 Tēwhatu Kōkako (Black Obsidian) is the Maori birthstone for the season of February

• Known for strong protective qualities
• Grounds and transforms negative energy
• Used in healing and spiritual connection