Snowflake Obsidian

Snowflake Obsidian is a mesmerizing variety of natural volcanic glass that serves as a beautiful example of geology-in-progress. While most Obsidian cools so quickly that crystals cannot form, Snowflake Obsidian contains small, white, radially clustered inclusions of the mineral Cristobalite. These inclusions resemble delicate snowflakes or floral patterns frozen against a midnight-black background, giving the stone its poetic name.

Formed from rapidly cooling felsic lava, this stone is a favorite for those who appreciate monochromatic palettes and high-contrast, organic patterns. No two stones are identical; some feature a dense "blizzard" of white flecks, while others showcase large, isolated "flakes" that stand out as bold focal points.