{"product_id":"mexican-velvet-obsidian-lapidary-stone-slab-slice-cut-rock-3","title":"Mexican Velvet Obsidian Lapidary Stone Slab Slice Cut Rock","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"293\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eMexican Velvet Obsidian – Rare Old Stock Obsidian with Flashy Velvet Sheen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"322\"\u003eMexican Velvet Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and captivating variety of obsidian known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"405\"\u003evelvety chatoyance\u003c\/strong\u003e and flashes of color—often appearing in rich \u003cstrong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"483\"\u003egreen, gold, and purple hues\u003c\/strong\u003e when turned under light. Once imported in bulk during the mid-1900s, this material is now \u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"595\"\u003eextremely limited\u003c\/strong\u003e, with most available pieces being \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eold stock from the 1960s or earlier\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eThis obsidian gets its name from the soft, shimmering effect that resembles velvet—making it a favorite among \u003cstrong data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"802\"\u003elapidary artists\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"830\"\u003eobsidian collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e. When cut and polished, it produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"890\"\u003efantastic cabochons\u003c\/strong\u003e that truly stand out. Its reflective sheen and smooth cutting quality also make it fun and rewarding to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eToday, the original mine is largely \u003cstrong data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003etapped out\u003c\/strong\u003e, and only a small amount of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eVelvet Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e circulates on the market. If you're lucky enough to find a slab or chunk, it's worth grabbing—this material is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003egorgeous, rare, and highly collectible\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e🔍 Product Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mexican Velvet Obsidian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mexico (Old stock material, mostly 1960s or earlier)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eVisuals\u003c\/strong\u003e: Velvety texture with flashes of green, gold, and purple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eLapidary Use\u003c\/strong\u003e: Excellent for cabbing and high-gloss polishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eRarity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Original mine largely depleted – hard to find today\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e💎 Why You'll Love It:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eBeautiful velvet-like flash not seen in typical obsidian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eOld stock material with historical rockhound appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003eCreates standout cabochons and display pieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003eLimited availability – highly collectible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eWhether you're cutting for jewelry or adding to a collection, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eMexican Velvet Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a combination of rarity, beauty, and lapidary joy that’s hard to beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements (inches - longest - approx): 2.5 x 1.7 x .23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe last photo has been taken dry so that you may see any defects. 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