Onyx is a captivating stone known for its deep black color and smooth, shiny surface.

• Color: Onyx is typically black in color, although it can also come in other shades such as gray, white, brown, and even red. The black variety of onyx is the most popular and recognized.
• Texture: Onyx has a smooth and often polished surface, which enhances its shiny appearance. Its texture is fine-grained and homogeneous, giving it a uniform and elegant appearance.
• Transparency: Onyx is usually translucent to opaque, meaning it may not allow light to pass through it completely – its surface can have a mirror-like reflection when polished, adding to its appeal.
• Hardness: Onyx is relatively hard at 6.50 to 7 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for jewelry.
• Origin: Onyx is found in various places around the world, including Brazil, India, Madagascar, and Mexico.
• Varieties: There are several varieties of onyx based on color and patterns:
  • Black Onyx: The most common variety, prized for its deep black color and smooth surface.
  • White Onyx: A translucent to opaque variety with a white or creamy color, often used in decorative and carved objects.
  • Sardonyx: A banded type of onyx that combines alternating layers of black and white, brown, and red, creating striped patterns.
• Uses: Onyx is commonly used in jewelry, especially in cabochon cut and in beads. It is also used in decorative objects, sculptures, and architectural elements for its elegant appearance and versatility.

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