{"product_id":"silver-sheen-obsidian-tortoise-carving","title":"Silver Sheen Obsidian Tortoises","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Silver Sheen Obsidian Tortoise carving showcases the deep black colouring and shifting silver-grey reflections characteristic of this distinctive volcanic material. As the polished carving moves through the light, the natural sheen changes in visibility and intensity, giving each tortoise its own individual appearance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Sheen Obsidian forms through the rapid cooling of silica-rich volcanic lava, with microscopic structures within the material creating its reflective silver effect. The tortoise carries particularly strong symbolism within Chinese tradition, where it is associated with longevity, wisdom, endurance, stability and protection. Combined with the grounding and protective associations traditionally connected with Obsidian, this carving brings together natural volcanic character and centuries-old tortoise symbolism.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🐢 Each Tortoise is of similar size and quality. One will be chosen especially for you. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚖️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 30gms approx each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📏 Size: 2.1cm x 2.8cm x 4.4cm approx each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌎 Source: Mexico \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔮 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Sheen Obsidian: The Shining Mandala of Inner Alchemy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e❤️ Root Chakra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its deep black colouring and beautiful silvery movement beneath the surface, Silver Sheen Obsidian is particularly striking when carved. As the stone is turned through the light, areas that initially appear almost black can reveal soft silver-grey reflections, giving each tortoise its own individual pattern and character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver Sheen Obsidian is a natural volcanic glass formed when silica-rich lava cools rapidly, leaving insufficient time for a conventional crystalline structure to develop. Its distinctive sheen is created by microscopic structures within the Obsidian that interact with light, producing the silvery effect visible across the polished surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tortoise is one of the world’s oldest symbolic animals and is especially significant throughout Asian cultures. In Chinese tradition, the tortoise is associated with longevity, wisdom, endurance, stability and protection. Its long lifespan and protective shell helped establish it as a symbol of strength that comes through patience and resilience rather than force.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis symbolism pairs beautifully with Silver Sheen Obsidian. Within crystal traditions, Obsidian has long been associated with grounding, protection and self-reflection, while Silver Sheen Obsidian is often chosen for clarity, insight and looking beneath the surface of a situation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach carving will naturally vary in its silver sheen, patterning and intensity, with the effect changing depending on the direction and strength of the light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful combination of volcanic geology and ancient symbolism, representing longevity, protection, patience and the quiet strength to keep moving forward. 🐢🖤✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Crystal Heart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68108205457632,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/0871\/9000\/files\/SilverSheenObsidianTortoises1.jpg?v=1792740764","url":"https:\/\/divinecrystalheart.com.au\/products\/silver-sheen-obsidian-tortoise-carving","provider":"Divine Crystal Heart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}