Diamonds are forever, yes, but they’re also a bit…expected. If you want to make a statement with your engagement ring, why not opt for a unique stone? From ruby to sapphire, there is no end to colourful stones to say yes to.
Another unique option is onyx, perfect for someone wanting to take a walk on the darker side of life.
Onyx is a semi-precious gemstone, a sub-variety of the microcrystalline quartz called chalcedony. This gemstone is typically black with white lines, although can sometimes also be green or reddish-brown. The stone is perfect for fans of the art deco or Victorian style as that’s when it was most popular.
The name is derived from the ancient Greek word for claw. Speaking to Brides,Β New York City-based fine jeweler Ashley Zhang explains the mythology.
βThe story is that while Venus slept, her fingernails were trimmed, and the gods turned these clippings into the stone known as onyx,β she says.
Its beautiful striped appearance symbolises the various phases of the planet. Black represents the night, gray is dawn and white is day. Together, these colours stand for the interconnectedness of the world and the yin-yang of the universe, helping to restore balance to life.
The transformative power of onyx is what makes it perfect for an engagement ring. Onyx is said to stamp out fear by absorbing and transforming negative energy, thus helping to prevent the drain of personal energy. Onyx also helps develop emotional and physical strength and stamina, especially when support is needed during times of stress, confusion or grief.
Seems like the perfect stone to have on hand, literally.
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