Quick Specs
- Metal: Sterling silver, hallmarked .925
- Design: Pentagram set within a Celtic knot border
- Center stone: Black obsidian cabochon
- Pendant diameter: 30mm (approximately 1 3/16 inches)
- Overall hang: Approximately 2 3/4 inches including bail
- Width: Approximately 1 1/4 inches
Two Traditions, One Piece
I stock this pendant because it does something most symbol jewelry doesn’t: it holds two distinct traditions together without flattening either one. The pentagram is a pre-Christian symbol that appears across Wiccan, pagan, and Western esoteric practice. Its five points represent earth, air, fire, water, and spirit in most contemporary pagan frameworks, and it’s been used as a protective emblem for centuries. The surrounding design is a Celtic knot, a form that shows up in early medieval Irish and British manuscript art. Celtic knots are characterized by their continuous interlace, no beginning and no end, which is why they’re so commonly read as symbols of eternity and interconnection.
They’re not the same tradition. The pentagram comes out of ceremonial magic and pagan revival movements; the Celtic knot has roots in early Christian illuminated manuscripts and pre-Christian tribal art. This pendant brings them together as a design choice, not a theological statement. If that combination speaks to your practice, it’s a well-made piece. If you need strict historical or cultural purity in your tools, you’d want something that draws from one lineage only.
The black obsidian at the center is volcanic glass, silica-rich lava that cooled so quickly crystals didn’t form. It’s found on every continent where volcanic activity has occurred, and it shows up in protective and grounding contexts across Indigenous North American, Mesoamerican, Japanese, and Mediterranean traditions. In contemporary crystal work, it’s associated with shielding, grounding, and psychic focus. Here it’s cut into a smooth cabochon and set into the center of the star, which puts it visually and symbolically at the convergence point of the five elements.
How to Use This Pendant
Three simple steps for setting up, cleansing, and caring for your black obsidian pentagram pendant.
- Set your intention before wearing
Hold the pendant in your palm and close your eyes. Think clearly about what you want this piece to do for you – whether that's protection, grounding, or a daily reminder of where you stand. Spend a full minute with it before you put it on.
- Cleanse the pendant when it feels heavy
Sterling silver can absorb ambient energy in the same way it absorbs humidity from the air. Run the pendant through smoke from sage or palo santo, or leave it on a selenite slab overnight. Do this once a month or whenever it feels off.
- Polish the silver to keep it bright
Sterling silver tarnishes over time, especially near skin and moisture. Use a soft silver polishing cloth and gentle strokes across the metal. Avoid abrasive cleaners near the obsidian cabochon, as harsh chemicals can dull the stone's surface.
The Tarot Fellow Standard
I carry sterling silver jewelry because the .925 hallmark is verifiable. You can hold the piece, find the stamp, and confirm what you’re getting. That matters to me when I’m deciding what to stock. This pendant arrives stamped on the bail, which is where you’d expect to see it on a piece this size. The finish is clean, the knot work is detailed without being fussy, and the obsidian cabochon sits flush in its setting.
One honest note on care: sterling silver tarnishes. It’s not a defect, it’s chemistry. Silver reacts with sulfur compounds in the air and on skin, forming silver sulfide, which is that dark film you see over time. A silver polishing cloth handles it in seconds. Keep the pendant away from chlorinated water, perfume, and lotion, and it’ll stay bright much longer. The obsidian cabochon is glass, so it’s durable, but avoid dropping it on hard surfaces.
If you’re building out a practice that works with protection and grounding, this pendant pairs well with other pieces from my pentacles and pentagrams pendant collection or my broader range of Celtic and Norse pendants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The pendant is stamped .925 – the hallmark for sterling silver, meaning 92.5% pure silver alloyed with copper for durability. You can feel the stamp on the bail. If you're sensitive to base metals, sterling is generally a safe choice.
In most Wiccan and pagan traditions, the five points represent the five elements: earth, air, fire, water, and spirit. The upward star signals balance and protection. It's a symbol of wholeness, not a sign of anything harmful or negative.
Obsidian is volcanic glass, formed when lava cools so fast that crystals don't have time to grow. It's been used as a protective stone across many cultures for centuries. The cabochon here is polished smooth and set into the center of the pentagram.
Yes, but sterling silver needs a little attention over time. It tarnishes when exposed to moisture, sweat, and air. Remove it before showering or swimming. When you're not wearing it, store it in a small pouch or zip bag to slow down tarnishing.
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