Black Gemstones

Black Onyx Gemstones

Onyx A Black Gemstone

Generally when we think of black gemstones Onyx comes to mind. Although onyx can come in other colors, black onyx seems to be the most popular. The word onyx is Greek and means nail of a finger or a claw. Legend has it that Eros/Cupid cut the fingernails of Venus as she slept. The clippings were left scattered on the ground. The Gods turned the clippings into stone because no part of a heavenly body may die. These stones were later known as Onyx.

Onyx is the Mystical Birthstone for December which means that it is believed the gemstone can help one overcome obstacles of their birth month. It is also the Zodiac birthstone for the sign of Leo. The black gemstone, onyx, is thought to increase regeneration, happiness, intuition, and instincts. It is also believed helpful in changing bad habits.

Obsidian Black Gemstone

Obsidian Facts and Folklore

Obsidian is formed as lava from a volcanic eruption cools withing the earth. This volcanic glass is the result of the speed of the cooling.

The black gemstone Obsidian was revered by many ancient cultures. It was one of the major materials used for bartering, and prized for its ability to be worked to razor sharp edges for arrows and spears. Obsidian has been used since prehistoric times for making tools, masks, weapons, mirrors and jewelry.

Obsidian helps to protect against depression. It is the stone of the soft hearted and gentle people of the world. Use obsidian to help block negativity of any kind. As a black gemstone, it symbolizes self control and resilience. Black stones have protective energies in the sense that black is the absence of light, and therefore, can be used to create invisibility.

Black Gemstones