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obsidian conchoidal fracture - gemstone cleavage

Obsidian, a naturally occuring glass, has a conchoidal fracture. Photo by Siim Seep. Licensed under CC By-SA 2.5.

Translucent Black Natural Glass Rough

Obsidian, a naturally occuring glass, has a conchoidal fracture. Photo by Siim Seep. Licensed under CC By-SA 2.5.

Article: What is Gemstone Cleavage?

Credit: Siim Seep

GemstoneNatural Glass, Obsidian, Artisanal Glass
Natural or man madeNatural
Gem StateRough
ColorBlack
TransparencyTranslucent