Golden Sheen Obsidian by Maryann Sanfilipp! On our recent road trip to Cleveland I, of course, had to go to a metaphysical shop! I discovered several crystals that were new to me and had to add to my collection. The Golden Sheen Obsidian caught my eye immediately as it was absolutely beautiful catching the light in so many different ways. Mine is a polished stone in a crescent shape and is one of my new favorites! It appears black in dim light, but in strong light gold flecks spread across the stone! The way it glows reminds me of Labradorite. This stone is thought to be ideal for balancing energy fields and releasing the ego. It is thought to help one to discover where healing needs to occur. It is considered to be a stone for personal strength and healing. It promotes clarity of thought, spiritual growth, shielding against negativity and manifesting intentions. It is useful for bringing out our hidden talents and manifesting our true calling. It is a favorite with Reiki workers and those advanced in the shamanic and healing arts. Golden Sheen Obsidian can be helpful in digestive disorders, reflux and similar issues of the stomach. It can be helpful for anyone who has been living a stressful life for too long. It can help us take a look at the lifestyle we have been living and decide if it is time to make some serious changes. It can also be helpful if we have gotten stuck in a rut. This stone is found in regions with volcanic activity and was revered in ancient cultures for its protective properties mainly in Mexico. It was used as a talisman against malevolent forces. The Aztecs and Mayans used it for shamanic purposes. It was used to make knives and is said to have been used by the Aztecs in human sacrifice! I have no intention to use it in that manner, but will use it for other purposes!