{"title":"Obsidian","description":"\u003cp\u003eRaw, powerful and born of fire, Obsidian is a volcanic glass formed when molten lava cools rapidly, creating one of nature's most striking and elemental stones. Its deep, glassy black surface has a mirror-like quality that is both dramatic and deeply grounding, worn for centuries as a stone of protection and truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt Rachel Hartley Atelier, each Obsidian piece is chosen for the intensity and polish of its finish, crafted for those who wear their strength with intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAssociated with the Root chakra, Obsidian is said to be a powerful protective stone, shielding against negativity, revealing hidden truths and supporting deep emotional healing, a stone for those who are unafraid to look within.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mens-hematite-larvikite-and-black-obsidian-stretch-bracelet","title":"Men's Hematite, Larvikite And Black Obsidian Stretch Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bold, grounding bracelet for the modern man. This stretch bracelet brings together three powerful dark stones; Hematite, Larvikite, and Black Obsidian, in a subtle graduation of bead size that adds quiet visual depth and a considered, tailored feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHematite is one of the most grounding stones in the mineral kingdom, with a dense, metallic lustre that reflects its iron-rich composition. It is associated with strength, focus, and protection, believed to absorb negative energy and support mental clarity and confidence. A powerful stone for those who need to feel anchored and present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarvikite is a striking Norwegian feldspar, prized for its deep grey-black surface and distinctive silver-blue flash. In healing traditions it is regarded as a stone of patience and inner wisdom, thought to stimulate the intellect, enhance adaptability, and help process information with greater clarity. No two beads are alike, giving each bracelet its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass, formed when lava cools rapidly. It is one of the most protective stones available, used across cultures for centuries to shield against negativity, reveal truth, and support deep emotional healing. Its surface is intensely dark and reflective, adding a raw, elemental quality to the bracelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slight graduation in bead size across the bracelet creates a subtle, structured aesthetic, a detail that sets this piece apart from standard stretch bracelets and gives it a more refined, intentional finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrung on strong elastic cord, this bracelet is designed to fit the average men's wrist size of 7.5 inches, ready to wear with no clasp or adjustment needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandcrafted at Rachel Hartley Atelier. Arrives gift-ready.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurious about Hematite? Discover more about the stone on our sister website, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hartbodyandsoul.co.uk\/collections\/hematite\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHart, Body \u0026amp; Soul\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachel Hartley Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64262429671773,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1061\/2909\/7053\/files\/image3_f22270d8-b55d-46ba-8f52-d382fb2c6d4f.jpg?v=1776702930"},{"product_id":"mens-sodalite-larvikite-and-obsidian-skull-charm-bracelet","title":"Men's Sodalite, Larvikite And Obsidian Skull Charm Bracelet.","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bracelet with edge and intention. This stretch bracelet combines the cool, contemplative energy of Sodalite, the mysterious depth of Larvikite, and the raw protective power of Obsidian, finished with a sterling silver skull charm that gives this piece its unmistakable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodalite is a stone of logic, clarity, and calm communication. Deep blue with white veining, it is associated with rational thought, emotional balance, and the quieting of mental chatter. For those who think deeply and feel intensely, Sodalite offers a grounding, clarifying presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarvikite is a striking Norwegian feldspar prized for its deep grey-black surface and distinctive silver-blue flash. In healing traditions it is regarded as a stone of inner wisdom and patience, believed to stimulate the intellect, enhance adaptability, and help process complex information with greater ease. No two beads are alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObsidian is volcanic glass in its purest form, born from the earth's most intense heat and pressure. One of the most protective stones available, it is used across cultures to shield against negativity, cut through illusion, and support honest self-reflection. Its intensely dark, glassy surface adds a raw, elemental quality to the bracelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sterling silver skull charm brings a bold, symbolic finish, a reminder of mortality, transformation, and the courage to live fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrung on strong elastic cord, this bracelet is designed to fit the average men's wrist size of 7.5 inches — ready to wear with no clasp or adjustment needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandcrafted at Rachel Hartley Atelier. Arrives gift-ready.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCurious about Sodalite? Discover more about the stone on our sister website,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hartbodyandsoul.co.uk\/collections\/sodalite\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHart, Body \u0026amp; Soul.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachel Hartley Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64263020642653,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1061\/2909\/7053\/files\/image4_b1830522-e437-42a6-b9e9-43667c83d8e7.jpg?v=1776708968"},{"product_id":"gold-vermeil-and-black-obsidian-evil-eye-drop-earrings","title":"Gold Vermeil And Black Obsidian Evil Eye Drop Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack obsidian is one of the most powerful protective stones in the mineral world. Formed when volcanic lava cools rapidly on contact with water or air, it is not technically a crystal but a naturally occurring volcanic glass.  Silicon dioxide solidified so quickly that no crystalline structure has time to form. The result is a stone of extraordinary depth, its surface absorbing light rather than reflecting it, dark and lustrous and entirely without pretence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is associated with the root chakra and long held as one of the most effective stones for psychic protection and energetic cleansing. Black obsidian is said to create a shield against negativity, drawing out and dissolving negative energy, emotional blockages, and patterns that no longer serve. It is a stone of truth, unflinching and clarifying, thought to reveal what is hidden and to support the release of what is held. For those who feel energetically vulnerable or who carry the weight of others, it is a stone worth wearing close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe evil eye is one of the oldest protective symbols in human history, found across the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and Central Asia for thousands of years. It is worn as a talisman to deflect the gaze of ill will; the belief that envy or malice, whether conscious or not, can be redirected and neutralised by the symbol itself. Paired with black obsidian, the protective intention of each is amplified by the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese earrings feature evil eye charms set with cubic zirconia and plated in 24 carat gold, hung from a wire-wrapped drop of faceted black obsidian beads with gold vermeil accent beads on either side. The deep, light-absorbing black of the obsidian sits in striking contrast to the warm gold of the vermeil, the cubic zirconia catching the light with a precision that draws the eye. The whole design hangs from gold vermeil earwires, a clean, considered finish that lets the charm and the drop do the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet in gold vermeil;  sterling silver with a thick layer of 24 carat gold,  chosen for its quality and its longevity, a step above plated jewellery and a considered alternative to solid gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandcrafted at Rachel Hartley Atelier. Arrives gift-ready.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCurious about black obsidian? Discover more about the stone on our sister website, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hartbodyandsoul.co.uk\/collections\/obsidian\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHart, Body \u0026amp; Soul.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachel Hartley Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64592337895773,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1061\/2909\/7053\/files\/image1_f094c3e3-d4f1-46cf-a1b5-f3deeea2c7e5.jpg?v=1777835154"},{"product_id":"gold-plated-black-obsidian-double-terminated-point-bangle","title":"Gold Plated Black Obsidian Double Terminated Point Bangle","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass, formed when lava cools so rapidly that its mineral components have no time to crystallise. The result is a stone of exceptional smoothness and depth, its surface a deep, opaque black with a vitreous lustre that reflects light with a clean, glassy intensity. It has been used by humans for tens of thousands of years, first as a tool, its fracture producing edges sharper than surgical steel and later as a stone of ceremony, protection, and truth. It is found in volcanic regions across the world, from Mexico and Iceland to the volcanic belts of the American West, and it has held a place in human culture longer than almost any other stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack obsidian is associated with the root chakra and with the energy of protection and truth-telling. It is said to be one of the most powerful protective stones in the mineral kingdom, forming a shield against negative energy and psychic interference. It is also considered a stone of deep honesty, said to bring hidden truths to the surface and to support those who are ready to face what they find there. It does not soften what it reveals, but it grounds the wearer in the process. A stone of clarity and courage in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA double terminated point is a crystal that comes to a natural or shaped point at both ends, allowing energy to flow in both directions simultaneously. In crystal work, this form is associated with balance and integration, with the ability to both receive and transmit, to hold two things at once without contradiction. As a form, it is one of the most considered in crystal jewellery: precise, directional, and visually striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bangle features two black obsidian double terminated points set side by side on a gold plated adjustable band, the points running parallel in a clean, architectural arrangement. The band is open-ended and fully adjustable, shaped to sit comfortably across a range of wrist sizes, and designed to be worn at the wrist or slid higher up the arm depending on the mood and the moment. The brass base is finished with an 18 karat gold plate, free from cadmium and lead, with excellent durability and a fine jewellery finish. The warm gold tone brings a considered contrast to the deep black of the obsidian, the brightness of the metal setting off the glassy depth of the stone. The result is a piece that is both bold and considered, elemental material held in a refined setting, worn as a talisman or simply as a statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArrives gift-ready.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurious about Black Obsidian? 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