These Are the Voices is a black obsidian carved crystal skull set with beautifully colorful opal teeth. The black obsidian of the These Are the Voices crystal skull serves to enhance the natural colors coming from light being refracted by the intricately carved individual opal teeth. Carved with the meticulous details of the Super Realistic crystal skull design from Skullis, the These Are the Voices crystal skull has a detachable lower jaw carved from the same black obsidian specimen as the skull. Removing the jaw enables one to view the amazing colors of the opal teeth from inside the mouth as well as from the exterior of the skull. The These Are the Voices black obsidian crystal skull with opal teeth sculpture represents the extreme dedication to excellence that we have come to expect from Skullis Crystal Skulls.

The These Are the Voices black obsidian crystal skull, with its fascinating set of vibrant opal teeth and detachable lower jaw, presents to us a powerful combination of energies that are naturally oriented toward happiness and contentment. As well, the These Are the Voices crystal skull combines two powerful crystals that encourage us to acknowledge and use our natural talents of intuition and awareness. By becoming quiet and focusing our intention on our spiritual nature, the These Are the Voices crystal skull can be used as a dynamic tool for receiving information and insight in any area we choose to explore. Past lives, current issues of concern, a greater understanding of the thoughts and behaviors of ourselves and others, and so many other matters we may find important, can all be examined by our intuitive higher consciousness. When making this determined effort to gain wisdom, the These Are the Voices crystal skull can help us to maintain our meditative focus, receive information, and subsequently process what we are made aware of so that we may then choose how to best address the situation of concern. The These Are the Voices black obsidian crystal skull with opal teeth and detachable jaw is an awe inspiring work of art, and an equally outstanding instrument for psychic and mystical applications.

Black obsidian has been used for scrying and facilitating intuition for thousands of years. It is an excellent stone to assist in seeing past illusion to discern truth, and to understand universal and spiritual laws, and oneself. Obsidian is considered an extremely effective stone of protection, and a very powerful energy mover, as well as an excellent filter for absorbing negativity from its surroundings. Obsidian can be programmed to transmute this negativity to a different expression of energy, or can be cleansed regularly by smudging with smoke, washing with running water, associating it with other crystals, and more methods.

Obsidian is effective for removal of blockages and bringing courage to face and overcome fears. Black obsidian is commonly considered to be quite powerful and caution is recommended when using it. It is wise to be prepared for the speed of the transfer of energy and information. Conscious programming prior to use is one way to address this quality of black obsidian. One explanation for the excessive power of obsidian could be the elemental forces at work during its formation. Volcanic lava, Earth and Fire, join with Water to cool the material so quickly there is no time for crystallization.

Black obsidian possesses an excellent grounding energy, and assists one to find and maintain a clear and focused mental acuity. It can help to temper emotional reactions and bring balance and consideration to one’s life and mental processes. It protects against negativity and assists one to release disharmony, resentment of self and others, and anger and fear caused by one’s reactions to the situations and challenges one faces as a part of life.

Physically black obsidian is used for pain relief and detoxifying the body. It speeds healing of wounds, improves circulation and brings warmth to the extremities, assists in the digestion processes, helps reduce cravings for foods, and can be helpful for reducing an enlarged prostate.

Opal brings one confidence and reassurance based on knowing that when one operates from a foundation of love, honesty, and acceptance, one can create and experience harmony and success in all types of relationships. Opal helps one to overcome hesitation and doubt by encouraging one to consciously choose to act with positive and loving thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors in one's activities.

It encourages the development and expression of one's inherent ingenuity, resourcefulness, and inventiveness, and enables one to apply these gifts to all aspects of being. It highlights and amplifies the unique features and qualities of an individual, reinforcing one's distinctiveness. Opal also increases one's mental capacity and memory recall.

Opal is beneficial for the activation, development, and understanding of the intuitive, psychic, and mystical talents every person naturally possesses. Opal assists one to understand how to employ these talents, and to comprehend the information, knowledge, and wisdom gained through the use of these abilities.

Opal has been use by both Australian aboriginal and American Indian shamans to experience visions, and also for vision quest rituals of American Indians as well as dreamtime rituals of Australian aborigines. Opal is considered to promote pleasant and joyous dreams. These dreams are supported by the conscious knowledge of, and unconditional acceptance of oneself with the understanding that, as one is a flawless expression of universal love, no changes are necessary or required. Opal also assists one to create joyful and welcome adjustments in one's life based on that which one desires.

A particular use of the energy of opal is to redirect the attention of others away from the user, should one wish to go unnoticed. With an intentional management of the energy of opal, it is possible to become inconspicuous, and, using the same concept and method, it is also possible to redirect the energy of opal to attract more attention to oneself.

Opal has been used to bring balance and control for the proper production of insulin, to remove toxins from the kidneys and the blood, and to promote proper blood circulation. It is used to alleviate infections and fevers, and to aid in healing and recuperating from Parkinson's disease. Opal has been used to treat the eyes, and issues that affect vision, resulting in clear and vitalized vision. Opal has also been used to bring reassurance and relief when giving birth, reducing pain and anxiety.

NOTE: Skullis does not prescribe treatment for medical issues. Skullis offers information for reference to assist with the selection and understanding of crystal skulls, including this black obsidian and opal crystal skull sculpture.