Glass Butte Nocturne
Black Obsidian Cabochon
Hand-cut & polished by Patrick Williamson
This one-of-a-kind cabochon is crafted from natural black obsidian collected at Glass Butte, Oregon, one of the most renowned obsidian sources in North America. Formed through rapid volcanic cooling, obsidian is a natural volcanic glass, prized for its depth, sheen, and mirror-like surface. The stone was hand-collected, cut, and polished by Patrick Williamson, allowing its smooth, reflective character to remain the focal point.
Deep charcoal to jet-black tones create a quiet, velvety surface that subtly reflects light, giving the stone a sense of depth and movement without pattern or distraction. Unlike patterned stones, this obsidian speaks through stillness and clarity — a refined, elemental presence shaped by fire and time.
Set in an ornate vintage-inspired bezel, the dark simplicity of the obsidian is balanced by detailed metalwork, creating a piece that feels both bold and understated. The contrast between the polished glassy stone and the decorative setting gives this necklace a timeless, grounded elegance.
Obsidian has long been associated with protection, grounding, and truth, believed to act as a shield against negativity while encouraging clarity and self-reflection. Often described as a stone of deep insight, it is traditionally used to cut through illusion and reveal what lies beneath the surface.
Details:
Natural black obsidian (volcanic glass)
Stone sourced from Glass Butte, Oregon
Hand-cut and polished by Patrick Williamson
Approx. 30 × 40 mm cabochon
Ornate vintage-inspired bezel setting
One-of-a-kind, artisan piece
This necklace is more than adornment — it is a quiet strength forged in volcanic fire, shaped by hand, and meant to be worn with intention.
Glass Butte Nocturne
Black Obsidian Cabochon
Hand-cut & polished by Patrick Williamson
This one-of-a-kind cabochon is crafted from natural black obsidian collected at Glass Butte, Oregon, one of the most renowned obsidian sources in North America. Formed through rapid volcanic cooling, obsidian is a natural volcanic glass, prized for its depth, sheen, and mirror-like surface. The stone was hand-collected, cut, and polished by Patrick Williamson, allowing its smooth, reflective character to remain the focal point.
Deep charcoal to jet-black tones create a quiet, velvety surface that subtly reflects light, giving the stone a sense of depth and movement without pattern or distraction. Unlike patterned stones, this obsidian speaks through stillness and clarity — a refined, elemental presence shaped by fire and time.
Set in an ornate vintage-inspired bezel, the dark simplicity of the obsidian is balanced by detailed metalwork, creating a piece that feels both bold and understated. The contrast between the polished glassy stone and the decorative setting gives this necklace a timeless, grounded elegance.
Obsidian has long been associated with protection, grounding, and truth, believed to act as a shield against negativity while encouraging clarity and self-reflection. Often described as a stone of deep insight, it is traditionally used to cut through illusion and reveal what lies beneath the surface.
Details:
Natural black obsidian (volcanic glass)
Stone sourced from Glass Butte, Oregon
Hand-cut and polished by Patrick Williamson
Approx. 30 × 40 mm cabochon
Ornate vintage-inspired bezel setting
One-of-a-kind, artisan piece
This necklace is more than adornment — it is a quiet strength forged in volcanic fire, shaped by hand, and meant to be worn with intention.
