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Obsidian vs Jet: How to Tell the Two Black Ston...

Obsidian is volcanic glass and jet is fossil wood. Compare origin, hardness, weight, feel, streak and fakes, plus how collectors in Canada can check a piece.

Obsidian vs Jet: How to Tell the Two Black Ston...

Obsidian is volcanic glass and jet is fossil wood. Compare origin, hardness, weight, feel, streak and fakes, plus how collectors in Canada can check a piece.