Apache Tears
Beautiful stone, you can see through it when held up to the light.
Beautiful stone, you can see through it when held up to the light.
PEACE LOVE CRYSTALS has a beautiful selection of natural Apache Tear Tumbled Stones.
Each Apache Tear Tumbled Stone is unique with the size ranging between 20mm - 25mm.
Our Apache Tear photo is a sample of the quality we offer, outlining their odd shapes, natural variations and imperfections. Please take note of the size described above as images are close-ups so you can see the quality we offer.
You will receive one tumbled stone, if you want more simply increase the number required.
Protection – Grounding – Emotional Healing – Grief Support – Strength – Comfort – Stability – Courage – Release – Cleansing – Transformation – Spiritual Protection – Root Chakra – Resilience – Calm – Positivity – Support – Inner Peace – Healing – Balance – Energy Shield – Letting Go – Compassion
Apache Tear is a gentle form of Obsidian known for its nurturing and protective energy. It is often associated with emotional healing, comfort during times of grief, and helping release emotional pain and negativity.
Emotional Healing and Grief Support: Apache Tear is believed to gently assist with emotional healing, especially during periods of sadness, grief, or loss. Its comforting energy supports emotional release while encouraging strength and resilience.
Protection and Grounding: Like other forms of Obsidian, Apache Tear is considered a powerful protective stone. It is believed to shield against negativity and absorb unwanted energies while grounding and stabilising emotions.
Releasing Negativity: Apache Tear is thought to help release fear, anger, resentment, and emotional blockages. It encourages letting go of past pain and supports emotional growth and transformation.
Calm and Inner Strength: Its soothing energy promotes calmness and emotional balance, helping one feel supported during stressful or overwhelming situations. Apache Tear encourages quiet strength and emotional endurance.
Spiritual Cleansing: Apache Tear is often used for energetic cleansing and protection. It is believed to clear stagnant energies and help create a sense of emotional clarity and peace.
Compassion and Acceptance: This stone encourages self-acceptance, forgiveness, and compassion, helping one move forward with greater emotional understanding and inner peace.
Here’s a comforting affirmation to align with the energy of Apache Tear:
"I release pain and embrace healing. I am protected, grounded, and supported through every stage of my journey. Peace and strength flow gently through me."
Use this affirmation during meditation, journaling, or while holding Apache Tear to connect with its grounding and healing energy.
Composition: Apache Tear is a natural form of volcanic glass and a variety of Obsidian formed from rapidly cooled lava. It often appears translucent when held to the light.
Colour and Texture: Typically dark brown to black with a smooth, glossy surface. Some stones reveal warm brown translucency when light passes through them.
Hardness: Apache Tear measures approximately 5–5.5 on the Mohs scale. While durable, it should still be handled with care to avoid scratches or chips.
Apache Tear is found in several locations around the world, including:
USA (Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico) – Most well-known and historically significant sources.
Mexico – Produces quality volcanic glass varieties.
Iceland – Known for volcanic formations including Obsidian types.
Brazil and Armenia – Additional smaller deposits.
Root Chakra (Muladhara): Apache Tear strongly resonates with the Root Chakra, helping provide grounding, protection, emotional stability, and a sense of safety and security.
Scorpio: Supports emotional transformation, healing, and protection.
Sagittarius: Encourages grounding and emotional balance.
Capricorn: Promotes resilience, stability, and inner strength.
Though these signs resonate strongly with Apache Tear, it is a supportive and comforting stone for anyone seeking healing, grounding, and emotional protection.
Earth: Reflecting stability, grounding, protection, and emotional support, Apache Tear carries the nurturing and steady energy of the Earth element.
Saturn: The planet of discipline, grounding, and emotional strength. Saturn enhances Apache Tear’s protective and stabilising qualities.
Pluto (Secondary): Associated with transformation, emotional healing, and rebirth, Pluto complements Apache Tear’s ability to support deep emotional release and renewal.
