Onyx necklace 3 mm faceted - 925 silver

Onyx is showcased in this gemstone necklace as a finely faceted 3 mm bead chain in a deep, velvety black. The precisely faceted gemstone beads lend the intense black of the onyx a lively luster – timeless, powerful, elegant. Onyx is a banded variety of chalcedony from the group of microcrystalline quartz minerals (SiO₂). Its deep black color is created by the finest inclusions of carbon or iron oxide. Its Mohs hardness is 6.5–7. The name "onyx" comes from Greek and means "fingernail." In antiquity, it was already considered a powerful protective stone and was frequently placed in graves. Deposits: Brazil, India, Yemen, Madagascar, Mexico, Pakistan, Uruguay, USA.

Significance in crystal healing

In crystal healing, onyx is considered a powerful protective and strengthening stone. It is said to protect against negative energies, strengthen self-confidence and assertiveness, and promote mental clarity and concentration. It is associated with the root chakra. These attributions are based on traditional lore and are not scientifically proven. They do not replace medical treatment.

Product details

Stone: Onyx
Mineralogy: Chalcedony variety (banded), SiO₂ microcrystalline, Mohs hardness 6.5–7, waxy to vitreous luster
Bead size: 3 mm
Cut/Shape: Bead, faceted
Necklace length: approx. 42 cm
Clasp: Lobster clasp, 925 sterling silver
Color: Deep black
SKU: STKE0041
Natural product: Luster intensity and surface vary per stone – this is not a defect, but a characteristic of the natural stone.