Onyx is a bonded variety of chalcedony.

The name comes from the Greek word onux, meaning finger nail.

Colors-: Mostly known for its black, black and white or brown and white bands, although it can be found in orange, Honey, red, blue, brown, yellow, and green.

Mohs Hardness-: 7 with the trigonal crystal structure.

Luster-: Vitreous and silky.

Streak-: White.

Transparency-: Translucent.

Birthstone-: December, July.

Zodiac sign-: Capricorn, Leo, Gemini.

Occurrence-: Germany, Canada and The US, Brazil, India Uruguay and California.

Metaphysical properties-:

• Ability to repel negative thinking and negativity of others.
• Acquisition of self-mastery and self-confidence.
• Protection from adversaries wards of the evil eye.
• Development of stamina and strength.
• Courage and control.
• Increased prosperity.
• Health and happiness.
• Vigour and constancy.
• Determination.
• Helps to eradicate stress, apathy and neurological disorders.
• Onyx treats disorders of the bones, bone marrow and blood.
• It is beneficial for teeth and the feet.

 Enhancement-:

• It has been dyed or heated treated to bring out a richer colour.
• Chalcedony quartz easily absorbs the dye and gives an even colour to the stone.
• This practice is very common and accepted in the jewelry industry.
• It does not depreciate the value of the stone.

Care and Cleaning-:

• Tendency to scratch and chip easily so wear your onyx ring with care.
• For cleaning, a soak in warm Soapy water is sufficient.