Obsidian and Chert Uses

Obsidian

Chert

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Uses

Architecture

Interior Uses

Decorative Aggregates, Interior Decoration

Decorative Aggregates, Homes

Exterior Uses

Garden Decoration

As Building Stone, As Facing Stone, Garden Decoration, Office Buildings

Other Architectural Uses

Curbing

Industry

Construction Industry

Arrowheads, Cutting Tool, Knives, Scrapers, Spear Points

Arrowheads, Construction Aggregate, Cutting Tool, Spear Points

Medical Industry

Surgery

Antiquity Uses

Artifacts, Jewellery

Artifacts, Monuments

Other Uses

Commercial Uses

Creating Artwork, Mirror, Used in aquariums

Creating Artwork, Gemstone, In fire-starting tools, Jewelry, To ignite fire, Used in flintlock firearms

Uses of Obsidian and Chert

There are many uses of Obsidian and Chert based on their unique properties. All rocks due to their properties, texture, color etc. have variety of uses. Know all about Obsidian and Chert and their uses in industries and architecture in the upcoming sections.

Commercial uses of Obsidian: creating artwork, mirror, used in aquariums.
Commercial uses of Chert: creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.