Aztec Obsidian: The Real-Life Dragonglass?

Aztec Obsidian: The Real-Life Dragonglass?

Ancient Trade Networks Unveiled

In the recent archaeological excavations in the present Mexico City, more than 1000 pre-Columbian artifacts, which are now considered as evidence of the complex trade networks of the Aztec Empire have been discovered. The most priceless among them was a volcanic glass, obsidian, which was a material that the Aztecs cherished for its razor-sharp cutting ability and beauty. The analyses carried out at the laboratories reveal that the Obsidian stones used by the Aztecs were obtained from a variety of locations, one of them being the areas that were controlled by the enemy groups, thus proving that the trade and negotiation were complex, and at times the enemy was involved.

Obsidian: A Weapon of Myth and History

Obsidian, in general, is not just a stone that has historical significance but it is also a widely-known fact that it was used by the ancient ethnic groups. The artifact has sharp edges and a dark nature that has stimulated the imagination of different cultures, including the stories we tell today. For example, in the series of HBO "Game of Thrones", obsidian was given a name "dragonglass" and was used as a weapon which is powerful enough to kill the mythical White Walkers. The association of the facts in the past with the fantasy of today is enough to say about the magic of obsidian.

Game of Thrones and the Obsidian Connection

Although "Game of Thrones" has exaggerated the properties of obsidian, however, the series has brought to light the true importance of this ancient substance. The deal for 9700 million dollars follows the settlement over the injury caused by the set of "Game of Thrones" which ended the career of a star and led again to the interest in the series that is related by its fantastic elements and the history realities.