Ancient magic lore tells us that in times long past, Onyx was thought to be the manifestation of a demon imprisoned in the stone. This demon would awake in the night and spread terror and nightmares to any persons within its range of influence. Since antiquity, Onyx has been known to be used as protection gemstone against black magic as well as defensive magic when negativity is being directed towards someone.

Onyx is thought to increase regeneration, happiness, intuition and one's instincts, and aids in changing bad habits. A strength-giving stone, good for athletes or people under extreme mental and emotional stress. It brings balance to mind or body as well as strength of mind. Onyx is a wonderful stone for those who are flighty by nature, as it will help ground and focus the attention. A strengthening stone that can help you approach a lesson or task with greater self-confidence. Onyx will also help you gain emotional balance and self control.

Onyx must be laid directly on the body or worn over a long period of time as it's power develops quite slowly. It is known to be particularly helpful with skin ailments, healing infected wounds as well as fungal infections, inflammation and even sunburn. Pat the affected skin with Onyx water several times during the day and cover with an Onyx water compress at night.

This stone needs time to develop its full power and should be discharged once a week under running water. If used for a long period of time, it should be placed in the earth overnight once a month. This will regenerate it to help keep it's energy strong. Enjoy harnessing the many powers of this beautiful black gemstone!

Each beautifully polished Onyx Heart measures 1-1/8" x 1-1/8" and is hand picked for you with love. Onyx is so easy to polish too!