This bracelet is the most widely used feng shui wealth tool in contemporary Chinese practice: the feng shui pixiu black obsidian bracelet. Black obsidian beads do the clearing work — absorbing and dissolving the energetic blocks, limiting beliefs, and accumulated negative frequencies that prevent money from flowing in. The pixiu charm does the attraction work — the mythical winged lion-dog of Chinese mythology that eats gold and treasure but never releases it, meaning it accumulates wealth and never lets it out. Together, the combination removes what blocks abundance and attracts what replaces it.
Pixiu — the feng shui wealth creature
Pixiu (貔貅) is not a generic lucky charm. It is a specific mythical creature from Chinese cosmology with a very specific function: attracting and retaining wealth. In classical feng shui texts, pixiu is described as the earth’s wealth guardian — it roams the heavens collecting gold, silver, and jewels and brings them to its owner. The symbolism is precise: pixiu has a large open mouth for taking in wealth, a large belly for storing it, and no visible opening for release. Feng shui masters describe wearing a pixiu as having a wealth container permanently attached to your energy field — continuously attracting and retaining financial energy.
Black obsidian — the clearing stone
Black obsidian is volcanic glass — formed when lava meets water and cools instantly. In feng shui, its volcanic origin and dense black colour make it one of the most powerful absorbing and transforming stones available. Obsidian clears the ground first: dissolving the energetic residue of financial stress, scarcity thinking, and past money trauma that prevents abundance from landing. The combination with pixiu is therefore complementary: obsidian clears, pixiu fills the space that clearing creates.
How to wear it correctly
Left wrist only — the receiving hand in Chinese tradition. Pixiu charm facing outward (away from the body) so it faces the world and attracts wealth from the environment. Remove before sleeping — place on a clean surface at the bedside. Do not let others wear or handle it — the personal attunement belongs to you. For the complete wearing guide including activation ritual and care instructions, see our dedicated guide: How to Wear a Pixiu Bracelet →
Specifications
- Beads: Natural black obsidian — 10mm
- Charm: Gold-tone or silver-tone pixiu (check product images for current variant)
- Fit: Adjustable sliding knot — fits most adult wrist sizes
- Gender: Unisex
- Wearing hand: Left wrist only, pixiu head facing outward
- Care: Remove before swimming, showering, and sleeping. Cleanse monthly in moonlight or on a selenite plate.
What is the feng shui pixiu black obsidian bracelet used for?
Specifically for wealth attraction and retention. The black obsidian beads absorb and dissolve energetic blocks — negative thinking, financial stress residue, scarcity frequency — that prevent wealth from entering. The pixiu charm then does the active work: attracting money, business, and financial opportunity while retaining what arrives. It is the most widely recommended feng shui bracelet combination for career advancement, business growth, financial recovery, and wealth accumulation.
How long does it take for the pixiu bracelet to work?
Feng shui practitioners typically advise wearing the bracelet consistently for a minimum of 30 days before evaluating its effects. The energetic influence is cumulative rather than immediate — the bracelet needs time to attune to your personal energy field, clear accumulated blocks, and establish a consistent wealth-attraction frequency. Most wearers report noticing subtle shifts in financial thinking, opportunity awareness, and money-related circumstances within 2–4 weeks of consistent daily wear.
How is this different from the citrine pixiu bracelet?
Both combine pixiu with a wealth stone, but the energetic approach differs. This black obsidian pixiu bracelet uses obsidian’s clearing and absorbing energy — it works primarily by removing financial blocks before the pixiu attracts abundance. The citrine pixiu bracelet uses citrine’s solar, generative energy — it amplifies an existing positive abundance frequency. Choose the obsidian pixiu if you are working through financial difficulty or energetic blocks; choose the citrine pixiu if you already have positive momentum and want to amplify it.
See also: Pixiu Bracelet Wearing Guide → · Best Feng Shui Bracelets → · Feng Shui Bracelet Guide →












Josiah –
Great addition to my collection.
Zoe –
I wear it all the time, love it.
Ellie –
Feels durable yet lightweight.