Black Onyx Cluster Sterling Silver Necklace.

This necklace is a gorgeous piece of hand made Sterling Silver jewelry. This sensational piece of jewelry features traditional southwestern style cluster designs made from hand cut cabochons of Black Onyx. This Black Onyx has been set against the brilliance of Sterling Silver. Hand twisted Sterling Silver wires and individually hand made Sterling Silver dots give this one a beautiful high shine. A box link chain has been included for complete flexibility. Non Indian made. The total length of this necklace is 20". The matching French hook earrings are 1-3/4" long. Stamped Sterling.

BLACK ONYX is a member of the chalcedony family (a form of quartz), and is generally artificially blackened to enhance its color. It is ideal for carving, engraving, fashioning into beads, and decorating pottery. Popular worldwide, it is the most common of all gems. Early man believed black onyx cured insomnia, bred prudence and caution, and brought its owner strength and victory in battle. A versatile and durable stone, onyx was also used to make tools.