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Onyx is a banded chalcedony variety of quartz traditionally associated with protection and grounded focus. This pair of black onyx dice is carved from solid stone with crisp white pips and a smooth polished finish. Most commercial black onyx, including this piece, is dyed to achieve its deep, even black color. A unique little object that works as both a desk curio and a grounding pocket piece, available in two sizes.Quick facts Stone Black onyx (dyed) Composition Chalcedony / quartz (SiO2) Hardness (Mohs) 6.5–7 Color Deep black (commercially dyed for uniform color) Chakra Root Traditionally used for Protection, focus, grounded decision-making Care / Water-safe Quick rinse only; avoid soaking, as dye can fade with prolonged water exposure Meaning & historyIn metaphysical tradition, black onyx is associated with protection, focus, and steady decision-making — qualities many people link to the root chakra. Some like to keep a die close when they want a sense of grounding before a choice, in the spirit of protection and grounding practice. Explore more crystal carvings and curios for the home, or browse the wider onyx collection.How to use itKeep a die on a desk, in a pocket, or on an altar as a small grounding touchstone, or simply enjoy it as a curio alongside a game collection.Care & cleansingThis onyx is commercially dyed for its deep black color, so avoid soaking or scrubbing, which can fade or lift the dye over time — a light dusting or a very brief, gentle wipe with a barely damp cloth is safest. Many people cleanse it with smoke, sound, or moonlight instead of water.Frequently asked questionsWhat is black onyx and what is it used for?Black onyx is a banded chalcedony (quartz) variety; most commercial black onyx, including this piece, is dyed to achieve its deep, even black color. In crystal tradition it is associated with protection and focus. This is a decorative/symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device.Is this onyx die water-safe?Handle with care around water — because the stone is dyed, prolonged soaking can fade the color. A dry dusting or a very brief, gentle wipe is the safest way to clean it.Is this piece sun-safe for display?Brief display near light is fine, but extended, intense sun exposure may gradually fade the dyed color over a long period, so an out-of-direct-sun spot is best.How do I cleanse and charge this piece?A dry cloth dusting, or cleansing with smoke, sound, or moonlight, are the gentlest options given the dyed color; avoid water soaking.How can I tell my onyx die is genuine stone?Genuine carved onyx has a cool, dense, smooth feel and a heavier weight than plastic; because the color is commercially dyed, uniform black is expected rather than a sign of it being artificial.What does black onyx pair well with?Black onyx pairs well with other grounding, root-chakra stones like hematite or black tourmaline for a protective display grouping.{"@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [{"@type": "Question", "name": "What is black onyx and what is it used for?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Black onyx is a banded chalcedony (quartz) variety; most commercial black onyx, including this piece, is dyed to achieve its deep, even black color. In crystal tradition it is associated with protection and focus. This is a decorative/symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "Is this onyx die water-safe?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Handle with care around water — because the stone is dyed, prolonged soaking can fade the color. A dry dusting or a very brief, gentle wipe is the safest way to clean it."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "Is this piece sun-safe for display?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Brief display near light is fine, but extended, intense sun exposure may gradually fade the dyed color over a long period, so an out-of-direct-sun spot is best."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "How do I cleanse and charge this piece?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "A dry cloth dusting, or cleansing with smoke, sound, or moonlight, are the gentlest options given the dyed color; avoid water soaking."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "How can I tell my onyx die is genuine stone?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Genuine carved onyx has a cool, dense, smooth feel and a heavier weight than plastic; because the color is commercially dyed, uniform black is expected rather than a sign of it being artificial."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "What does black onyx pair well with?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Black onyx pairs well with other grounding, root-chakra stones like hematite or black tourmaline for a protective display grouping."}}]} Show more