According to the book “Natural History” by Pliny the Elder, it was Obsius who first found the stone when he was in Ethiopia. The name comes from the Latin word “Obsidianus” which is means the stone of Obsius, a Roman explorer.
Obsidian is actually a volcanic glass that’s formed into an igneous rock. Let’s just say that owning an obsidian blade can make you a legend of sorts in your circle. Moreover, it’s hard to find a cheap obsidian blade in the market, given the degree of difficulty in making them. Obsidian blades are reputed to be the sharpest knife in the world, which makes it all the more intriguing. Wonder what’s an obsidian blade and what can you do with it? Where can you find an obsidian blade? These questions and more are answered in this article.