Pendulum | Black Obsidian | Faceted
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Price is per one piece, intuitively picked for you. The pictures represent the quality and sizing you can expect to receive however please note that stone is unique and one of a kind so there will be slight variations.
NEW DESIGN - Chain attaches to pendulum with a lobster clasp
Unlock your subconscious with a classic divination tool. Pendulums have been used in mystical practices for centuries - the perfect way to connect with your inner wisdom. With its timeless appeal and elegant faceted design, start your journey today.
Learn how to use a pendulum here:
Stone Meaning
PROTECTION | SHADOW WORK | EMOTIONAL DETOX
AFFIRMATION: “I release negativity and embrace my inner strength.”
BEST FOR: Deflecting negative energy, uncovering hidden truths, and deep emotional healing
CHAKRA: Root
SIGNS: Scorpio, Capricorn
ELEMENT: Earth, Fire
PLANET: Saturn, Pluto
COMPANION STONES: Smokey Quartz (to ground and calm), Labradorite (for intuitive protection), and Clear Quartz (to amplify the cleansing vibes).
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Black Obsidian is the crystal equivalent of a no-nonsense bouncer—it blocks bad vibes, keeps your energy secure, and gives negativity the boot. Born from volcanic glass, this glossy powerhouse doesn’t just stop at protection; it’s also your ride-or-die for shadow work and self-discovery.
Metaphysically, Black Obsidian is a master of the Root Chakra, anchoring you to Earth’s energy and keeping you grounded when life’s chaos feels overwhelming. It’s the ultimate truth-teller, cutting through illusions and helping you face what’s been lurking in your emotional blind spots. Shadow work? This stone practically wrote the manual.
Emotionally, Black Obsidian doesn’t sugarcoat things. If you’re holding onto toxic emotions, patterns, or relationships, this crystal calls you out—lovingly but firmly—and encourages you to let go. Its detoxifying vibes cleanse your emotional slate, leaving you lighter, stronger, and ready to move forward.
Spiritually, Black Obsidian is the shield you need in an energetically messy world. It protects your aura, dispels psychic attacks, and clears stagnant energy from your space. Perfect for meditation or grounding rituals, it helps you dive deep into your subconscious and emerge with clarity and confidence.
Think of Black Obsidian as your spiritual bodyguard and personal coach wrapped into one sleek, glossy package. When you’re ready to cut through the BS and get real with yourself, this crystal’s got your back.
ALTERNATIVE NAMES: Volcanic Glass, Apache Tears (when in smaller, rounded forms)
MINERAL FAMILY: Mineraloid
CRYSTAL SYSTEM: Amorphous (non-crystalline)
COLOUR: Jet black, sometimes with a metallic sheen or rainbow flashes
ORIGINS: Mexico, USA, Iceland, Japan
RARITY: Common
PENDULUMS 101
Let’s start at the top:
WTF is a pendulum?
A pendulum is basically a crystal-on-a-chain situation—but it’s so much more than that. This ancient tool has been used for centuries in spiritual healing, energy reading, and intuitive guidance. Think of it as a cosmic yes/no button, powered by your higher self.
How to Spot One:
It’s usually a crystal shaped into a pointed form, suspended from a chain, string, or cord. Simple. Elegant. Potent.
SO… WHAT DOES A PENDULUM DO?
The short answer? It swings.
The real answer? It’s a tool for dowsing—aka asking your subconscious (or the universe, or your guides) for answers. When you hold the chain still and ask a clear yes/no question, your pendulum will respond by swinging:
• Back and forth
• Side to side
• In circles (clockwise or anti-clockwise)
Each swing direction has a meaning—but don’t worry, your pendulum will show you what’s what when you get started.
BUT WAIT… WHAT IS DOWSING?
Dowsing is the art of tapping into your own energy field (and intuitive knowledge) using a physical tool. In this case, your pendulum becomes the messenger between your conscious mind and your higher self.
It’s not fortune-telling. It’s not spooky. It’s actually a beautiful way to check in with yourself—your truth, your needs, your energy.
HOW DO I USE ONE?
- Just like any spiritual tool, your pendulum needs a vibe check. Smoke, moonlight, sound—whatever works.
- Hold it in your hand. Ask it to show you a “yes.” Observe the swing. Ask for a “no.” Observe again. Now you’ve got your personal pendulum language.
- Keep it simple and specific. Yes/no/maybe works best.
- Your hand isn’t moving it. Your intuition is.
Final Word:
Your pendulum isn’t magic. You are. It’s just a tool to help you hear yourself more clearly. So hold it, ask your questions, and let it swing. Your higher self already knows the answers—you’re just learning how to listen.
What is intuitively chosen?
When you see the below bold sentence on a listing of ours, it means we have multiple of that stone and we will pick one that we feel is right for you. We call them intuitively chosen pieces because we use our intuition to choose a piece we feel is calling us for you - a piece that is absolutely meant to be yours. We are huge believers in the crystal chooses the owner, not the other way around.
We do our best to make sure that the listing photos and information accurately depicts what we have available so you have an idea of what is coming your way, but the rest is up to the universe.
If you don't see the below on our listing, it's because it is a one off piece and we guarantee that what is pictured is the exact piece you will receive.
"Price is per one piece, intuitively picked for you. The pictures represent the quality and sizing you can expect to receive however please note that stone is unique and one of a kind so there will be slight variations."
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