Onyx is a precious stone renowned for its esoteric power and protective properties. As a variety of chalcedony, it is composed of Quartz and silicon dioxide, giving it a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale. Its name derives from the Greek "onux," meaning "claw" or "nail," referring to its deep black color.
On the esoteric level, theOnyx is known for its protective properties against negative energies and malevolent influences. It is considered a grounding stone, helping to establish a strong connection with the earth and enhance emotional stability.
Esoteric identity
| Type | Chalcedony |
| Hardness (Mohs scale) | 7 |
| Form | Usually polished as cabochons for jewelry making, but can also be found as raw or cut stones |
| Origins | Mainly in India, Brazil, Mexico, and Uruguay |
| Colors | Mainly deep black, sometimes with white bands |
| Symbolism | Strength, protection, grounding |
| Esoteric properties | Protection against negative energies, grounding, emotional stability |
| Associated chakras | Root chakra (1st chakra) |
| Uses in crystal healing | Dispelling fears, increasing sense of responsibility, concentration |
| Associated deities | Mars, Saturn, Pluto |
| Associated elements | Earth, fire, air |
| Associated signs | Capricorn, Scorpio |
| Associated planets | Saturn |
Stone recharging
| Sunlight | Place the Onyx stone in direct sunlight for a few hours to recharge it with solar energy |
| Moonlight | Expose the stone to the light of the full moon overnight to absorb lunar energy |
| Earth | Bury the stone in the earth for a few hours or days to allow it to reconnect with the Earth |
| Salt | Place the stone in a bowl of sea salt or rock salt for a few hours to eliminate negative energies |
| Water | Let the stone rest in fresh water or spring water for a few hours to purify and recharge it |
| Quartz crystals | Place the onyx stone on a cluster of Quartz crystals or nearby to recharge it with positive energy |
| Sage or incense | Pass the stone through the smoke of sage or purifying incense to remove stagnant energies |
