Mysterious, layered, and a little dramatic—Onyx is basically the gemstone version of your favorite plot twist!
 
Few stones command attention quite like Onyx, a banded variety of Chalcedony that reveals stunning layers of alternating colors. Depending on mineral content during formation, its stripes can include sharp black-and-white contrasts, earthy browns, or soft greens and reds. Formed from silica within volcanic gas cavities, Onyx carries both elegance and durability, making it a favorite material for jewelry, decorative objects, and architectural features. With prominent deposits in Mexico, Brazil, and the USA, this stone has a lasting legacy across the globe.
 
Metaphysically, Onyx is prized as a guardian and stabilizer, offering protection and inner strength in difficult times. Its grounding energy encourages perseverance and stamina, while also absorbing negativity that might otherwise weigh you down. Onyx is also thought to enhance focus, memory, and self-discipline, making it invaluable during periods of study or personal growth. With its calming presence, it soothes worries and restores emotional balance, while in healing work, it’s used to uncover and release deep-seated trauma. Blending ancient history, cultural reverence, and modern appeal, Onyx stands as both a stone of beauty and a symbol of resilience.
 
 
Dimensions: 4"x4"x4.5"
Weight: 2.2 lbs
Chakras: Root, Solar Plexus, Third Eye 
Zodiac: Leo 
Mohs: 6.5-7