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Sarıkamış obsidian stone is a non-crystalline, amorphous volcanic glass found in natural veins in the Sarıkamış district of Kars province. It was registered as a geographical indication (Registration No: 1412) by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office on 18 July 2023 following an application submitted by the Kars Chamber of Commerce and Industry (25 September 2021, File No: C2021/000361).Geographical Indication Process and Usage RulesApplication: 25 September 2021 (C2021/000361)Registration: 18

Obsidian is a natural rock formed by the rapid cooling of magma with high silica content, also known as volcanic glass. This rapid cooling prevents the development of a crystalline structure, resulting in obsidian's amorphous composition.Since prehistoric times, obsidian has been used in the manufacture of cutting tools and has also been favored for the production of ornaments and jewelry. Archaeological findings demonstrate that obsidian provides significant insights into ancient trade routes a