{"product_id":"mexican-velvet-obsidian-slab-chatoyant","title":"Mexican Velvet Obsidian Slab - Large Chatoyant Multi-Color Display","description":"Mexican Velvet Obsidian Slab - \u003cem\u003eLarge Chatoyant Multi-Color Display\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Grade Rare Large Slab\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis gorgeous large slab of \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexican Velvet Obsidian displays stunning \u003cem\u003echatoyant patterns\u003c\/em\u003e with \u003cem\u003emultiple color flashes\u003c\/em\u003e across a generous cutting surface. At 188mm x 132mm, this is an exceptionally \u003cstrong\u003erare large slab\u003c\/strong\u003e - most Velvet Obsidian found is tumbling and trimmer sized, making pieces this size extremely uncommon. Large enough for \u003cstrong\u003emany cabochons\u003c\/strong\u003e or a spectacular display piece with vivid color shimmer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Natural Mexican Velvet Obsidian\u003cbr\u003e• Dimensions: 188mm x 132mm x 7mm (Inches - 7.4\" x 5.2\" x 0.3\")\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 238 grams (8.40 oz)\u003cbr\u003e• Rarity: Rare\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Mexico\u003cbr\u003e• Condition: Unpolished slab - ready for your project\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMexican Velvet Obsidian displays a \u003cstrong\u003evelvety appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e with color flashes in green, gold, and purple that shimmer when moved. It produces impressive cabs and offers an engaging cutting experience for lapidarists. Large quantities were imported in the 1960s, but the mine is essentially depleted. Most current material is old stock. Also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Velvet Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e, it represents one of Mexico's finest volcanic glass varieties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sheer \u003cstrong\u003esize of this slab\u003c\/strong\u003e sets it apart - large Velvet Obsidian slabs are exceptionally rare, as most material found is only suitable for tumbling or small trim work. The \u003cem\u003emulti-color chatoyancy\u003c\/em\u003e across this much surface area creates a truly \u003cstrong\u003emuseum-worthy display piece\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Multiple premium cabochons\u003cbr\u003e• Display specimens\u003cbr\u003e• Obsidian collectors\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHOTO NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e All photos are taken wet to show polish potential. The last photo is taken dry to show any natural imperfections or surface features, so please review it before purchasing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.","brand":"LapidaryCentral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45983617646826,"sku":"4022","price":353.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/3454\/8392\/files\/4022-mexican-velvet-obsidian-slab-chatoyant-3.jpg?v=1775699313","url":"https:\/\/lapidarycentral.com\/en-ca\/products\/mexican-velvet-obsidian-slab-chatoyant","provider":"Lapidary Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}