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Obsidian Mineral Surface
Gemstone · Mexico
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GEOLOGICAL REFERENCE REGIONMexico
Central volcanic belt · exact deposit required
19.43°, -99.13° · View on globe ↗What makes it distinct
Rapidly quenched silica-rich lava forms glass rather than visible mineral crystals.
Selection & use
Document natural mineral content, treatments, resin, backing, seams, light transmission and provenance.
Protected walls, objects and dramatic low-contact features.
Sharp fracture, source variation and panel construction require specialist fabrication and full disclosure.
Geology & trade names
Natural volcanic glass selected as pieces or slabs and assembled for architectural use
Obsidian Mineral Surface