A very attractive & popular mineral, Rhodochrosite(rose-colored) has a one-of-a-kind, beautiful color. Legend has it that it is the stone of love and balance, assists in expanding consciousness & balances emotions & male/female energies.
Obsidian is volcanic lava cooled quick for significant crystallization to occur. This gemstone has been known since and has some important practical uses – to block negativity of any kind, relieves pain & promotes good circulation. It is most often black but there are also colors like gray and brown. Obsidian may be spotted or banded due to the presence of titanium, iron or manganese.