{"product_id":"onyx-tumbled-stone","title":"Onyx Tumbled Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnyx is a banded variety of chalcedony\u003c\/strong\u003e, a form of quartz, traditionally associated with strength, focus, and grounded self-discipline. This tumbled stone shows smooth, parallel layers of black, white, brown, and cream, polished into a comfortable pocket size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnyx\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilicon dioxide (SiO₂) — banded chalcedony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (Mohs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack, white, brown, and cream banding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTumbled, pocket-sized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChakra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditionally used for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrength, focus, steady self-discipline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \/ Water-safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeaning \u0026amp; history\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnyx's distinctive layered banding has been prized for centuries in carving and cameos, and in crystal tradition the stone is associated with strength, focus, and steady self-discipline. It's often linked to the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/root-chakra\"\u003eroot chakra\u003c\/a\u003e and grouped with other stones for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/protection-grounding\"\u003eprotection and grounding\u003c\/a\u003e. Many people are drawn to onyx specifically for its calm, composed reputation during demanding stretches of work or study.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome people also like to place a piece of onyx on a nightstand or workspace, treating it as a small, silent cue to stay composed under pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarry it in a pocket or bag for steady, disciplined energy through the day, hold it during grounding meditation, or keep it on a desk as a quiet visual anchor. Its smooth, tumbled surface also makes it comfortable to hold and turn over in the hand when you need a moment to refocus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; cleansing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause onyx is a durable, quartz-based stone, it holds up well to regular handling, which is part of why it's such a popular everyday carry stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnyx is water-safe, so a quick rinse under cool water and a pat dry is all it needs to freshen up. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/onyx\"\u003eOnyx\u003c\/a\u003e or all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stones\"\u003etumbled stones\u003c\/a\u003e to build out a collection, and store it away from softer stones to keep its polished finish looking its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is onyx?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnyx is a banded variety of chalcedony, a form of quartz (silicon dioxide), known for its smooth, parallel layers. This tumbled stone is a decorative, symbolic piece, not a medical device.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is this tumbled stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a small, pocket-sized tumbled stone, polished smooth for carrying or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs onyx safe to cleanse with water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, onyx is water-safe. A quick rinse under cool water and a pat dry is fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill my stone look exactly like the photo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot exactly. 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