Also know as Marekanite, Apache tears are small black pieces of obsidian: naturally-occurring volcanic glass that has rough and smooth sides.
Apache Tears
Like many black crystals, black obsidians absorb negativity and provide comfort during times of grief. A protective stone that offers grounding, stability and emotional healing.
Size
2 - 4cm
Origin
Arizona, USA
Please note - as each crystal is a natural unique piece, the ones you receive may look slightly different to the images.
The Legend of the Apache Tears
The name "Apache tears" comes from the story of a battle in the 1870s where a group of Native American Apache warriors, facing defeat by the U.S. Cavalry, chose to ride their horses off a cliff to their deaths rather than surrender. When the wives and families of the fallen warriors heard of this tragedy, their tears of grief are said to have turned into these black stones upon hitting the ground.
