{"product_id":"velvet-obsidian-slab-magnetite-wavy-flows","title":"Velvet Obsidian Slab - Bright Magnetite with Wavy Flows","description":"\u003cp\u003eVelvet Obsidian Slab - \u003cem\u003eBright Magnetite with Velvety Wavy Flows\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eRare Mexican Volcanic Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful slab\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003eVelvet Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e features \u003cem\u003ebright magnetite\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003evelvety wavy flows\u003c\/em\u003e throughout, creating a mesmerizing visual effect. The slab has \u003cstrong\u003every good potential\u003c\/strong\u003e and could produce some really nice cabochons or a \u003cstrong\u003egorgeous display piece\u003c\/strong\u003e of this amazing material. With the mine essentially depleted, slabs like this are becoming increasingly difficult to source.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Natural Mexican Velvet Obsidian\u003cbr\u003e• Dimensions: 102mm x 80mm x 8mm (Inches - 4.0\" x 3.1\" x 0.3\")\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 84 grams (2.96 oz)\u003cbr\u003e• Rarity: Rare\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Mexico\u003cbr\u003e• Condition: Unpolished slab - ready for your project\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ebright magnetite inclusions\u003c\/strong\u003e combined with \u003cem\u003evelvety wavy flow patterns\u003c\/em\u003e create depth and movement across the entire slab. This piece offers excellent \u003cstrong\u003ecabochon potential\u003c\/strong\u003e from a depleted source.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Premium cabochon cutting\u003cbr\u003e• Display specimens\u003cbr\u003e• Obsidian collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LapidaryCentral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45986444345578,"sku":"4027","price":127.29,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/3454\/8392\/files\/4027-velvet-obsidian-slab-magnetite-wavy-flows-2.jpg?v=1775864242","url":"https:\/\/lapidarycentral.com\/en-ca\/products\/velvet-obsidian-slab-magnetite-wavy-flows","provider":"Lapidary Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}