Black Onyx — Rough Raw Pieces

Rough, raw pieces of black onyx — deep black, slightly lustrous, with the natural irregular form of unpolished stone.

Details

• Form: Raw
• Origin: India
• Mineral: Onyx (a banded variety of chalcedony / cryptocrystalline quartz)

About the stone

Black onyx is a banded variety of chalcedony — itself a cryptocrystalline form of quartz. The deep black colour comes from carbon and other inclusions during formation. Onyx has been used for carvings, jewelry, and ceremonial objects for thousands of years across many cultures, including ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome.

In crystal tradition

In crystal tradition, black onyx is associated with the root chakra and is long-valued as a protection and grounding stone. Believed to support steadiness during times of stress, self-discipline, and wise decision-making. Often carried as a touchstone for protection, especially during transitions or challenging moments.

Each piece is one of a kind. Natural variations in colour, shape, size, and pattern are part of what makes the stone what it is — the photograph shows a representative example, your piece will look slightly different.