{"product_id":"smokey-purple-velvet-obsidian-rough-old-stock-chatoyant-cutter","title":"Smokey Purple Velvet Obsidian Rough – Old Stock Chatoyant Cutter","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"443\"\u003e🟣 \u003cstrong data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"441\"\u003eSmokey Purple Velvet Obsidian Rough – Old Stock Chatoyant Cutter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eThis piece of \u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"478\"\u003eVelvet Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"517\"\u003esmokey purple flow\u003c\/strong\u003e running through the body of the stone. At 11 oz, it’s sized perfectly for slabbing on a \u003cstrong data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"621\"\u003e10-inch saw\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent choice for producing unique cabbing slabs. The rich internal movement and old stock provenance make this a beautiful and versatile cutter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvet Obsidian, 100% natural, Mexico\u003cbr data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"873\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eDimensions (Inches):\u003c\/strong\u003e ~3.6″ × 2.5″ × 2.3″\u003cbr data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~11 oz (approximate)\u003cbr data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eUnique Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smokey purple coloration with internal flow, ideal size for slabbing or display\u003cbr data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e(\u003cem data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eYou will receive the exact piece shown in photos.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e📝 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eMaterial Overview, History, and Geology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003eMexican Velvet Obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and captivating variety of obsidian known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003evelvety chatoyance\u003c\/strong\u003e and flashes of color—often appearing in rich green, gold, purple, and multicolor hues when turned under light. Once imported in bulk during the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003emid-1900s\u003c\/strong\u003e, this material is now \u003cstrong data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eextremely limited\u003c\/strong\u003e, with most available pieces being \u003cstrong data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eold stock from the 1960s or earlier\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eThis obsidian gets its name from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003esoft, shimmering effect that resembles velvet\u003c\/strong\u003e—making it a favorite among lapidary artists and obsidian collectors. When cut and polished, it produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003efantastic cabochons\u003c\/strong\u003e that stand out for their unique reflective sheen and smooth cutting quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003eToday, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eoriginal mine is largely tapped out\u003c\/strong\u003e, and only a small amount of Velvet Obsidian circulates on the market, with most fresh material being \u003cstrong data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003esmaller trimmers and tumbling rough\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you're lucky enough to find a slab or chunk, it’s worth grabbing—\u003cstrong data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003ethis material is gorgeous, rare, and highly collectible.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eAdditional Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003eNatural Stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a piece of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003eunpolished rough stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and natural features such as fractures, pits, and inclusions are expected. These are not flaws, but part of its natural history.\u003cbr data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003ePhotos:\u003c\/strong\u003e All photos are taken \u003cstrong data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003ewet\u003c\/strong\u003e to demonstrate how colors and patterns appear when polished. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003eThis stone is not polished.\u003c\/strong\u003e Please review all photos carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eCollector’s Highlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003eA manageable cutter of old stock Velvet Obsidian with a rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003esmokey purple flow\u003c\/strong\u003e—ideal for slabbing on a 10″ saw into standout cabochons.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LapidaryCentral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45531373109482,"sku":"R918","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/3454\/8392\/files\/20250901_155912_lapidarycentral.jpg?v=1756784149","url":"https:\/\/lapidarycentral.com\/products\/smokey-purple-velvet-obsidian-rough-old-stock-chatoyant-cutter","provider":"Lapidary Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}