Faceted Green Onix

Faceted Green Onix From India 3.42 CT 

Faceted green onyx is a vibrant, translucent to opaque variety of chalcedony that is masterfully cut with geometric angles and planes. Widely used as an affordable alternative to emerald, its rich green hues and faceted top-cuts make it a stunning and durable choice for everyday jewelry and birthstone pieces. 

Key Gemstone Properties

• Material: A banded form of cryptocrystalline quartz, often dyed or heat-treated to achieve its vivid, rich green color.
• Luster & Translucency: Features a vitreous to waxy luster and is highly prized for its natural translucent-to-opaque finish.
• Hardness: Rates at about 6.5 - 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it resilient enough for daily wear.
• Birthstone: Often celebrated alongside emerald as the modern alternative for the month of May. 

Popular Cuts & Jewelry Uses

• Faceted Cabochons & Shapes: Frequently cut with rose cuts, checkerboard facets, or fancy shapes (briolettes, hexagons, and teardrops) to maximize light reflection.
• Bead Strands: Micro-faceted rounds and rondelles are heavily utilized for elegant necklaces, bracelets, and chokers.