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Obsidian bead strands in deep, glossy black with a naturally glass-like finish. Shop wholesale natural stone beads online.
Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass, formed when lava cools rapidly, giving it a smooth, glossy surface and deep black colouring unlike porous volcanic materials such as lava stone. Some varieties show a subtle sheen or snowflake-like patterning, but the standard form is a solid, glass-smooth black. Bellaire Wholesale stocks obsidian bead strands suited to designs wanting a sleek, dark focal stone.
Combine obsidian with findings and other strands from natural stones to complete a design.
Why Choose Our Obsidian Beads?
A Deep, Glossy Black Finish
Obsidian’s naturally glass-smooth surface gives it a sleeker look than matte black stones like lava rock.
A Versatile Neutral
Solid black pairs easily with almost any other bead colour or metal finish.
A Genuine Volcanic Glass
Obsidian’s natural formation as cooled lava gives it a distinct origin story compared to manufactured black beads.
Suited to Both Minimal and Layered Designs
Its sleek finish works as a quiet neutral or as a bold, glossy focal point.
Wholesale Strand Pricing
Available at wholesale prices suited to production runs.
FAQs
What is obsidian?
Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass formed when lava cools rapidly, giving it a smooth, glossy black finish.
What’s the difference between obsidian and lava stone?
Obsidian is glass-smooth and glossy, while lava stone is porous and matte. Both form from volcanic activity but cool and solidify differently.
Is obsidian naturally black?
Standard obsidian is a deep black, though some natural varieties show subtle sheens or patterning; check individual listings for specific types.
What jewellery suits obsidian beads?
Its sleek black finish works as a versatile neutral in mixed designs or as a bold, glossy statement stone on its own.
Is obsidian a common bead material?
Yes, it’s a widely available natural stone used across a range of jewellery styles.