Black Onyx
What Is Black Onyx?
While onyx comes in several colors, the most well-known is black onyx. Historically, it was believed that onyx caused disagreements and conflict, but it’s now celebrated for many positive qualities. Black onyx is a grounding, balancing, and protective stone.
- Color: Black
- Chakra: Root
- Number: Vibrates to 6
- Planet: Mars, Saturn
- Zodiac: Leo
- Elements: Earth, Water
- Origin: Brazil, Italy, Mexico, Russia, South Africa, USA
Meaning and Uses of Black Onyx
Black onyx crystals can be used for grounding, protection, and self-control, and as a shield against negative energy. It also enhances discipline, allowing more ease in following through on goals and completing tasks. Black onyx has a calming quality, which can be beneficial in working with challenging emotions such as grief and anxiety.
Black onyx also helps us to feel centered, make wise decisions, and get to the root of issues. It can assist with logical thinking, as well as intuitive receptivity. Black onyx can give us the strength to look within ourselves, to understand the past, present, and future, and to take charge of our lives going forward.
Black onyx is also believed to help with issues related to the feet and bone marrow. It has been used to enhance physical endurance, and to provide support in regaining physical strength after an illness