{"product_id":"obsidian-vampire-skull-1","title":"Obsidian Vampire Skull Carving","description":"\u003cp\u003eObsidian Vampire Skull Carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking polished obsidian skull carving with an intense glossy black finish and flowing natural banding visible throughout the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carving shows deep jet-black volcanic glass with subtle smoky flow structures and soft reflective sheen across the surface. The material has a sleek almost liquid appearance under light, giving the skull a dramatic high-contrast collector aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis obsidian skull has been carved from natural volcanic glass formed through the rapid cooling of silica-rich lava. The piece displays a highly polished surface with subtle internal flow banding and faint reflective mineral shimmer visible under direct lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe darker body tones combined with the smooth reflective polish give this carving a clean modern appearance while still showing the natural volcanic structure within the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Obsidian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChemical Composition: Volcanic silica-rich glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Deep black with smoky flow banding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: High polish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarving: Skull\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparency: Opaque to slightly translucent on thinner edges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLustre: Vitreous (glass-like)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexture: Smooth polished volcanic glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass created when silica-rich lava cools so rapidly that crystals do not have time to form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e�\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike crystalline quartz, obsidian has an amorphous structure, meaning its atoms are not arranged in a repeating crystal lattice. This gives the material its characteristic glassy lustre and smooth fracture patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subtle smoky swirls and lighter bands visible throughout this carving are caused by flow structures formed as molten volcanic material moved and cooled during eruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy This Piece Stands Out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Deep glossy black volcanic glass appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Natural internal flow banding visible under light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Smooth highly reflective polish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Dramatic collector-style skull carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Formed naturally through volcanic activity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e200 grams 7.8cm x 4.4cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObsidian is volcanic glass and can chip if dropped or knocked against hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean gently with a soft cloth and avoid abrasive cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53935260434773,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_d49119b0-ff7f-4e1e-8d22-0898c5308902.jpg?v=1778860948","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/obsidian-vampire-skull-1","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}