Black Onyx Wire Wrap Pendant - Sterling Silver - Handmade While jasper is a variety

While jasper is a variety of quartz

3 ozFossil Type & Species: Compression & Cardiospermum coloradensisLocation: Green River Formation

Display Box Length: 3

there are hundreds of pristine crystals when observed closely

Black Onyx Wire Wrap Pendant - Sterling Silver - Handmade While jasper is a varietyPair this lovely pendant with one of our Sterling Silver necklaces HERE! Size: ~2 in. Black Onyx is a variety of silicate minerals similar to agate. The primary difference is the formation of the chalcedony bands. Agates show curved banding while onyx shows parallel banding. The word onyx comes from the ancient Greek word "" meaning claw. The uses of onyx for jewelry, tools, and art can be traced back almost 5000 years. Black Onyx is a stronghold in