{"product_id":"ben-bryant-reversible-sun-moon","title":"Reversible Silver Sheen Obsidian Sun \u0026 Moon Pendant – Sterling Silver Ben \u0026 Bryant Collection","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"509\" data-start=\"157\"\u003eAt first glance, the stone appears deep and shadowy, but when the light moves across its surface, the silver sheen of the obsidian reveals a soft metallic glow hidden within the volcanic glass. Ben cut this cabochon to showcase the stone’s natural reflective bands, where subtle silver waves glide across the dark surface like moonlight moving over still water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"928\" data-start=\"511\"\u003eSilver sheen obsidian forms when molten lava cools rapidly, and tiny gas bubbles become trapped between thin layers of volcanic glass. As light passes through the layers, it reflects off these microscopic bubbles, producing the signature silky sheen that gives the stone its name. Obsidian is a natural volcanic glass created when lava cools so quickly that crystals cannot form, locking the molten structure in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1249\" data-start=\"930\"\u003eMost silver sheen obsidian is found in regions with past volcanic activity such as \u003cstrong data-end=\"1047\" data-start=\"1013\"\u003eMexico, Japan, and Afghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e. We bought this one in Tucson and are not exactly sure of its particular origin. The reflective quality of obsidian made it highly valued in ancient cultures. The Aztecs famously polished obsidian into mirrors, using the stone’s reflective surface for ceremonial objects and tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1567\" data-start=\"1251\"\u003eThis pendant was designed as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1326\" data-start=\"1282\"\u003ereversible “Midnight Sun and Moon” piece\u003c\/strong\u003e. One side features the radiant sun-inspired silver frame surrounding the shimmering obsidian, while the reverse side reveals a sculptural moon design with layered three-dimensional textures that echo the rugged surface of a lunar landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1844\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003eThe stone is set in solid .925 sterling silver, hand-crafted in Texas by geologist and lapidary artist \u003cstrong data-end=\"1685\" data-start=\"1672\"\u003eBen Davis\u003c\/strong\u003e with master silversmith \u003cstrong data-end=\"1726\" data-start=\"1710\"\u003eRandy Bryant\u003c\/strong\u003e. (They are both Pink Floyd fans)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1959\" data-start=\"1846\"\u003eEach piece in the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1891\" data-start=\"1864\"\u003eBen \u0026amp; Bryant Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e celebrates geology, craftsmanship, and the beauty of natural stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1964\" data-start=\"1961\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1977\" data-start=\"1966\" data-section-id=\"1dr5t50\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"1979\"\u003e• Stone: Silver Sheen Obsidian\u003cbr data-end=\"2012\" data-start=\"2009\"\u003e• Origin: Mexico, Japan, or Afghanistan\u003cbr data-end=\"2054\" data-start=\"2051\"\u003e• Geology: Obsidian is volcanic glass formed when lava cools rapidly; the silver sheen is created by microscopic gas bubbles trapped between layers of glass\u003cbr data-end=\"2213\" data-start=\"2210\"\u003e• Metal: Solid .925 sterling silver\u003cbr data-end=\"2251\" data-start=\"2248\"\u003e• Crafted By: Geologist and lapidary artist Ben Davis with master silversmith Randy Bryant\u003cbr data-end=\"2344\" data-start=\"2341\"\u003e• Made In: Texas, USA\u003cbr data-end=\"2368\" data-start=\"2365\"\u003e• Design: Reversible Midnight Sun \/ Moon pendant with sculptural textured silver reverse\u003cbr data-end=\"2459\" data-start=\"2456\"\u003e• One of a Kind: Natural volcanic glass with unique sheen patterns\u003cbr data-end=\"2528\" data-start=\"2525\"\u003e• Included: Arrives with a soft suede jewelry bag and a sterling silver polishing cloth for storage and care\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BenDavisDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42119457374403,"sku":"","price":529.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0508\/3981\/4339\/files\/Untitled_design_-_2026-03-07T173544.730.jpg?v=1772926635","url":"https:\/\/bendavisdesign.com\/products\/ben-bryant-reversible-sun-moon","provider":"BenDavisDesigns","version":"1.0","type":"link"}