Description
The mahogany obsidian necklace, the only obsidian to carry the colour of wood, a deep brownish-red, marbled with dark flecks, very different from the familiar black of this stone. Strung in a full strand, it becomes a warm, earthy necklace, as rare to find as it is to wear. Handcrafted with natural stones, it is the one you choose when you want to step away from black without leaving obsidian behind.
Mahogany obsidian, also known by that name in all languages, owes its colour to iron oxide inclusions present in the magma as it cooled. The result is a marbled stone, somewhere between deep brown and dark red, with areas of varying density depending on the iron concentration, every stone shows a different pattern, like a grain of precious wood.
Strung as a bead necklace rather than a single pendant, this particular colour comes fully into its own: the stone unfolds its nuances along the entire length of the piece, a natural gradient of brown and red that shifts in the light. It is a necklace that warms the complexion and stands visibly apart from the deep black of classic obsidian.
In crystal healing, mahogany obsidian keeps the protection and grounding properties common to all obsidians, but is traditionally credited with an extra dimension linked to vitality and physical energy, its warm tone, close to earth and blood, is often associated with a renewal of energy rather than simple recentring.
To learn everything about this variety, explore my dedicated article on mahogany obsidian or my complete obsidian guide.
- 100 % natural mahogany obsidian, unique brownish-red pattern on every bead
- Handcrafted in my workshop, in France, one of a kind
- Strong thread with lobster clasp, adjustable length
- Gender-neutral and warm-toned, the rarest variety in the range
The jewel from every angle
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Specifications
- Stone type
- Mahogany obsidian
- Colour
- Brownish-red, marbled
- Number of beads
- 55 to 65 natural beads depending on length
- Bead size
- 8 mm
- Length
- 45-50 cm / 17¾, 19¾ in., with a 2 in. extension chain
- Construction
- Strong thread, lobster clasp
- Gender
- Women and men
- Brand
- Bijoux Obsidienne
Handcrafted by Camille
Every necklace is strung by hand in my workshop, in France. Mahogany obsidian is harder to source than plain black, I select beads so that the veining stays visible and consistent from one bead to the next, with no jarring break in the colour gradient.
It was the one missing link between my mahogany bracelet and my necklace range: this stone deserved its own full-strand format, so its colours could truly unfold. See also the mahogany obsidian bracelet, for a matching set, or the story of the workshop.
“Mahogany is obsidian that took the colour of the earth rather than the night. I love offering it to those who want the same stone, a different face.”, Camille
Care: a soft cloth is all it takes; avoid salt, knocks and prolonged water, and take it off before showering or exercising. To choose your length, check the jewellery size guide, and all my care tips are in the cleaning guide.
