Black Onyx
Midnight Polish, Steady Focus
Black onyx delivers a uniform deep tone that makes symbols, settings, and silhouettes stand out. It is a practical choice for clean, high-contrast jewelry with everyday durability. The look is decisive, modern, and seasonless.
Cultural Meanings
Onyx was widely used for intaglios and cameos in ancient Rome and later Europe because of its clean polish and layered structure. Black material became especially popular in Victorian jewelry.
Stone Profile
ColorDeep black
TransparencyOpaque to slightly translucent at thin edges
LuminescenceTypically inert
Varieties
Main OriginsBrazil, India, Madagascar, Uruguay
Mineral Facts
- 1Black onyx is commonly cut as cabochons, beads, and polished pendants.
- 2The stone's even color helps highlight engraving and metal framing.
- 3In contemporary jewelry, black onyx is a staple for minimalist monochrome designs.
