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The price of obsidian varies with type and rarity. Obsidian is sought out by mineral collectors who want to display and enjoy it. It is also bought up by those who want to fashion it into jewelry and other objects. Obsidian, or volcanic glass, has a range of values that depend on the piece being sold or the chunk or object assessed for value. The curious person might start by looking on eBay to see some examples of the specimens for sale, and also some of the many, many pieces of jewelry made from it. It can also be fashioned into book ends, Chess pieces, and just about anything else that other minerals can be made into. And the prices or "value" of these things will vary as broadly as the item being looked at. Just as you would expect. An example: Rainbow Obsidian is one of the most beautiful varieties of obsidian, but it is still not expensive. Retail values of Rainbow Obsidian generally won't go over the $40-50 per pound range..... Unless... Obsidian is volcanic glass. Little white flecks of ash or streaks of impurities are fairly common. I once owned a 26 pound Rainbow Obsidian Sphere. It was rare because of its size and the absence of ash. The retail value of that piece could be two to three times the normal rate because of its rarity.
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∙ 15y ago
Obsidian is a type of volcanic glass with value based on its ornamental uses in jewelry-making, as tools, and for its perceived metaphysical properties. Prices can vary based on size, quality, and rarity, but it generally has a modest value compared to other gemstones.
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∙ 11y agoObsidian can cost as little as 4$ per pound, but that is a little cheap. It usually costs around 8$ per pound. It also depends on what type of obsidian and how much impurities are in it. ex: Rainbow obsidian costs roughly 15$ per pound if it has minor amounts of impurities in it.
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∙ 12y agoDepending on quality, type, and rarity, it can be anything from $4.00 for lower quality stones, to $40.00 per pound for the rarist type of obsidian, rainbow obsidian.
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∙ 11y agoNot very much as it is a very common rock. Obsidian is volcanic glass and is abundant where there has been volcanic activity.
(20$)
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∙ 10y agoMy dad is a sciencetet and its about 10.58$ an ounce i think...
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∙ 6y agoObsidian is sometimes used for jewelry but it is not very expensive.
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Is obsidian malleable?
No. Obsidian is brittle.
What is a type of obsidian?
One type of obsidian is snowflake obsidian, which is black with white mineral inclusions that resemble snowflakes.
How is obsidian dependent to minerals?
how is obsidian dependent on minerals
Are obsidian attracted to magnet?
Obsidian is not magnetic.
What is the common name for obsidian rock?
The common name for obsidian rock is volcanic glass.
What is the mathematical value of obsidian in calculating capacity?
In the normal calculation of capacity (meaning volume), obsidian has no value at all.
Are obsidian rocks rare?
Obsidian rocks are not considered rare, as they can be found in many locations around the world where volcanic activity has occurred. However, large and high-quality pieces of obsidian suitable for use in tools or jewelry may be less common and prized by collectors.
How much is the rock obsidian in money?
? Wholesale $.50 A Lb. ? Retail $1.00 - $12.00 a Lb. Obsidian is glass, and the value depends on the color it is and the type it is
What is a type of obsidian?
One type of obsidian is snowflake obsidian, which is black with white mineral inclusions that resemble snowflakes.
Is obsidian malleable?
No. Obsidian is brittle.
Is obsidian a diamond?
No, obsidian and diamond are two different materials. Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass, while diamond is a crystalline form of carbon. They differ in composition, appearance, and properties.
Is obsidian metamorphic igneous or sedimentary?
Obsidian is an igneous rock.
What are the minerals in obsidian?
Obsidian is, itself, a mineral.
Is obsidian glass?
Obsidian is a natural glass.
Is there such thing as obsidian?
Yes, obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass formed when lava cools rapidly, often with minimal crystal growth. It is commonly black in color and has been used historically for tools and decorative items due to its sharp edges when fractured.
Is obsidian a crystal?
yes obsidian is a crystal.
What is the Mohs hardness of obsidian?
Strictly speaking obsidian is not a rock as it is not composed of crystals so can't be mineralic! It is technically a volcanic glass. It's Moh's hardness is approximately 5-6 according to the Wikipedia entry for Obsidian although an exact value would depend on the exact composition of the Obsidian in question.
