Onyx

Onyx gemstone beads are known for their smooth appearance, rich color, and polished elegance, making them a timeless choice for jewelry design. Onyx is a variety of chalcedony, a microcrystalline form of quartz, and is especially recognized for its classic black appearance, although natural onyx can occur in layered and banded color variations. Some onyx used in jewelry may also be treated or dyed to achieve a deeper, more uniform color.

With a Mohs hardness of approximately 6.5 to 7, onyx offers good durability for bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and statement designs while still benefiting from thoughtful care. Its sleek surface and deep tones pair beautifully with gold, silver, brass, crystals, wood, and contrasting gemstones. In crystal and gemstone traditions, onyx is often associated with strength, grounding, protection, and self-confidence.