Onyx brings a bold, grounding presence to sterling silver jewelry. This chalcedony variety forms in parallel bands, though most jewelry features solid black specimens cut to showcase their depth and polish. With a Mohs hardness of 6.5-7, onyx holds up well in rings, pendants, and earrings worn daily. Our collection includes 35 onyx pieces set in .925 sterling silver, priced from $479 to $7358. Each stone is natural and sourced from deposits in Brazil, India, and Uruguay.
| Estimated value: | $2,683.88 |
|---|---|
| Weight: | 12.90g |
| 8 -adjustable | |
| L- 7/8, W - 1, T- 3/8 inch | |
| Item Code: | 9-kwi-26-51 |
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Onyx is a banded variety of chalcedony, which is a microcrystalline form of quartz (silicon dioxide). It forms in gas cavities of lava where silica deposits create parallel layers over time.
Onyx rates 6.5-7 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it durable enough for rings, pendants, and earrings with regular wear. It resists scratching better than softer stones like turquoise or opal.
Major onyx deposits are found in Brazil, India, Uruguay, and Madagascar. The stone also occurs in parts of the United States, Mexico, and Pakistan.