Black Obsidian Ritual Dagger or Athame

A totally stunning ritual dagger. The blade is a large piece of black obsidian which has been knapped in the traditional way to create the blade, it has a wonderful wooden handle which balances it perfectly. 

Knapping if a ancient way to make tools and hunting tools, usually made from flint, but many other stones were used, the maker would sit with a stone and the piece they were working on and hit the stone at an angle to make a piece shear off, this would shape and create the blade with sharp edges.

This piece does have some sharpness to it which is common with Obsidian as its a volcanic glass so its possible it could cute ligth light things such as ribbon or cord, though this has not been tested. 

Black Obsidian is a stone of groundign and protection, it is an important magical tool and perfect for this piece. Obsidian is believed to be a stone of clarity, with the ability to release emotional, physical, and spiritual blockages, drawing out stress and tension. Obsidian is also known for clearing ancient traumas, detoxification, and encouraging personal growth.