Black Onyx Pear Cabochon

This pear-shaped black onyx cabochon is a great choice for adding depth and drama to custom jewelry designs. The rounded tip makes it easy to bezel-set. A staple color in jewelry designs that complements nearly any gemstone, this cab is ideal for one-of-a-kind pendant and bracelet designs.Onyx, a type of opaque chalcedony, is naturally black and is generally dyed to achieve a more uniform color—it is the most common black gemstone and is popular for creating a striking centerpiece and for adding contrast to designs that include lighter and/or more colorful gems. It is a hard gemstone and takes a high polish; since ancient times, onyx has been a favorite for carving.

This pear-shaped black onyx cabochon is a great choice for adding depth and drama to custom jewelry designs. The rounded tip makes it easy to bezel-set. A staple color in jewelry designs that complements nearly any gemstone, this cab is ideal for one-of-a-kind pendant and bracelet designs.Onyx, a type of opaque chalcedony, is naturally black and is generally dyed to achieve a more uniform color—it is the most common black gemstone and is popular for creating a striking centerpiece and for adding contrast to designs that include lighter and/or more colorful gems. It is a hard gemstone and takes a high polish; since ancient times, onyx has been a favorite for carving.