SIZE: 20mm diameter (approx.)
DRILLED: Undrilled
STONE: Obsidian, Black (Natural)
SHAPE: Natural, Freeform
PACKAGE: 3 Pieces

 Apache Tears: are small rounded Obsidian nuggets, embedded with a grayish-white pearlite, that have been naturally rounded and smoothed by wind and water. The name comes from an Apache legend which tells of a band of warriors who were surrounded by the Cavalry and driven from their mountain hideout to the edge of a cliff. Rather than be captured, they chose to jump. When their wives happened upon them they were overcome by their grief and cried black tears, which hardened and can still be found at the base of mountain ranges till this day.

It is said that carrying an Apache Tear can help one cope with loss, sorrow and grief. Like all varieties of Obsidian, it is believed by some to be beneficial in releasing emotions and promoting forgiveness by helping one to remove self-limiting blocks.  For this reason, Apache Tears are said to also be useful as a reminder when you want to let go of a bad habit,  addiction, or change a negative pattern.

*Information regarding gemstone lore and metaphysical properties has been compiled from various sources and is for entertainment purposes only. No claims or promises are expressed or implied.*