Apache Tears | Tumbled

Apache Tears are a variety of Obsidian, a silica-rich, glassy volcanic rock with a water content of less than 1%. Its hardness is 5 to 5.5. Their name is derived from a story about an Apache Indian tribe pursued by calvary. It is said that the warriors were forced over a precipice to their deaths and the dark tears of the Apache women solidified into these droplet shaped stones which can be found in Mexico and the Southwestern United States. Apache tears are roundish, about half an inch to one inch in size, and are usually semi-transparent or black//brown in color.

Energetic Properties: Grounding, Protection, Alleviates Grief, Emotional Cleansing, Enjoyment of Physical Experience

Element: Earth, Fire

Chakras: Root (1st), Sexual/ Creative (2nd), Heart (4th)

Localities: Mexico, Southwestern United States

Rarity: Common

Hardness: 5 – 5.5

Source(s): The Crystal Bible (Hall), The Book Of Stones (Simmons)

*Price is per individual piece unless noted. Due to the natural variations of each piece, please note that the actual item you receive may not appear exactly as pictured. Rest assured, however, that our dedicated team will do their best to hand-select the most attractive specimen(s) that we have in stock at the time of your order. Sizes and weights are always approximate.