COLOR : White/Black/Banded
GEMSTONE OF MONTH : December
ZODIAC SIGN : Leo
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About Onyx
- Onyx is one of the most popular precious gemstones. Its quality, colors and substance is very attractive by many consumers and Onyx is a great stone to compliment or accent other high quality gemstones or precious metals.
- Onyx is extremely similar to Agate,the great news about Onyx is that it comes in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes to fit almost any consumers needs. Here is some more information.
- Onyx can help to discharge negative emotions such as sorrow and anguish. It is used to confine depressed relationships.
- The name comes from the Greek word onux, meaning fingernail
- If the sample is brown and white it is called Sardonyx.
Properties
- Onyx jewelry is worn to defend against negativity that is directed at you. Black stones have protective energies in the sense that black is the absence of light, and therefore, can be used to create invisibility.
- Fortifies self confidence and responsibility.
- The color of onyx, aside from mostly being black, can be white, blue, gray or yellow. It always carry a feature of glowing.
- The black onyx sample can be extremely shiny, with a sateen reflection. Some onyx specimens can be partly colored pink, violet or brown.
- This mineral helps us in our efforts to be balanced and in maintaining positive outlook at our life and environment. Onyx increases concentration and devotion, relieves tension especially in marital life.
- it enlarge strength, durability, stamina, dedication & diligence, and helps to be charged, especially if placed on the Solar plexus.
Healing Properties
- Onyx cure disorders of the bones, bone marrow and blood. It is good for teeth and the feet.
- Onyx is associated with strength, stamina, courage and self-control. Onyx is considered to be a strong “grounding” stone, which helps people focus their thoughts and concentrate on specific tasks.
- It encourages happiness and good fortune.
- Sharpens your senses Encourages a healthy egotism.
- Black Onyx relates to the ovaries, womb and menses.
- Black Onyx is said to be helpful in overcoming a past relationship or an unwanted form of love towards somebody.
- Onyx must be placed directly on the body or worn over a long period of time as it’s power radiates quite slowly. It is known to be particularly helpful with skin ailments, healing infected wounds as well as fungal infections, inflammation .
Uses
- Onyx jewelry is an excellent piece of opulence and when it comes to Onyx rings and Onyx pendants, women of all age fall for its splendor.
- The beauty and grace of Onyx jewelry including Onyx earrings, Onyx rings, Onyx pendants and Onyx necklaces is breathtaking and classic.
Sources
- Onyx can be found in the United States, Brazil, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Madagascar.
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- Onyx rough
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- Onyx cabochon
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- Onyx faceted
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- Onyx beaded
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- Onyx silver
