Silver fair trade stud earring with red onyx : £12.75
Onyx is a banded variety of chalcedony, a cryptocrystalline form of quartz and can be found in a wide range of colours which are often layered.
Like the other stones in the chalcedony family, onyx has a smooth, waxy luster. Onyx can be found in a wide range of colours, often layered. When one or more layers are of carnelian or sard, the stone is called Sardonyx. Sard is a rich brown colour which is normally red and if held against the light shows a red hue.
Indigo Ocean has a elegant and modestly priced range of fair trade silver jewellery handmade in India. Our broad range of fair trade jewellery earrings and bracelets are inlaid with various combinations of semi precious gemstones. We have fair trade silver stud earrings, fair trade hook earrings, silver pendants and fair trade silver bracelets. We have a great selection of fair trade silver jewellery with stones such as red onyx, apatite, blue chalcedony, malachite, lapis lazuli, tiger’s eye, moonstone, moonstone rainbow, black star, labradorite and rose quartz. All of our fair trade silver jewellery is exchanged for a fair wage. We have included in this article a selection of fair trade silver earrings inlaid with red onyx so you can see the beauty of the designs available.
Silver fair trade earrings with red onyx : £7.49
ORIGIN
Red onyx is mined in India and South America , Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, and Madagascar.
- Fair trade silver earrings red onyx : £7.99
HISTORY
The word onyx is believed to be derived from the Greek onux, meaning”fingernail” (the aspect of certain kinds of this stone recall the colour and layering of fingernails, even though the word now often applies to a deep black stone).
In addition, ‘Onyx’ was the word used by Romans to describe a variety of stones including alabaster, chalcedony and what is now known as onyx marble. Notably, Roman soldiers wore sardonyx talismans engraved with heroes such as Hercules or Mars, god of war. They believed that the stone would make the wearer as brave and daring as the figured carved on it.
- Fair trade silver earrings with red onyx : £7.49
Furthermore, during the Renaissance, red onyx or sardonyx was believed to bring eloquence upon the wearer and was also regarded with great value by public speakers and orators so it was incorporated in large amounts of jewellery pieces.
Sardonyx at one time was truly believed to be more precious than gold, silver, or sapphire and Sardonyx has always widely used in cameos and intaglios.
- Fair trade silver bracelet with red onyx : £47.49
FOLKLORE
Many people believe in the healing power of gemstones and in this context the power of onyx include protection and was often worn in long ago battles to protect against danger. Onyx is also strongly believed to aid regeneration, intuition and instincts and helps to curtail desire and change bad habits. It is particularly helpful during times of physical and emotional stress to help the wearer cope with fears and worries.
Onyx has served as a bead making stone for centuries. It harmonizes the physical with the spiritual and helps alleviate fears and worries as well as during periods of strong overwhelming emotions. This mineral helps us in our efforts to be balanced and in maintaining positive outlook at our life and environment. Onyx increases concentration and devotion, relieves tension especially in marital life.
This gemstone eliminates negative thinking, it is also believed to sharpen the wits of the wearer. Onyx is said to bring spiritual inspiration. It is a great assistance in holding emotions and passions under control.
Fair trade silver earrings with red onyx : £10.99
BIRTHSTONE
Sardonyx is the birthstone of Leo (Lion): July 23 - Aug 22
