Mexican Onyx Polished Cube with Cut Base - One of a Kind, 3.5 In

Banded calcite is the real identity of Mexican onyx, and cutting it into a cube shows off its light, layered bands.

The light colored bands run through the stone in soft layers, and the polished faces of a cube let you see the pattern on every side. A cube also solves the usual display question, since it sits flat on its cut base and will not roll or tip. At about three and a half inches, it works as a paperweight, a bookshelf accent or a small sculptural piece on a coffee table. It is a nice fit for someone who prefers clean, geometric decor to rough crystals. It is not true onyx, which is banded chalcedony; Mexican onyx is the trade name for banded calcite. The cube you see in the photos is the cube you get.

It is about 3.5 by 3.5 by 3 inches. There is a ruler photo for scale.

About Mexican Onyx

Mexican onyx is banded calcite, sometimes called onyx marble, rather than true onyx, which is banded chalcedony. Its soft layered bands come from mineral deposits building up over time. Calcite is soft and reacts with acids, so keep it away from acidic cleaners and harder objects.

Stone Meaning: Light colored onyx is traditionally associated with purity and dreams.

Additional Details

• You receive the exact Mexican onyx cube shown.
• About 3.5" x 3.5" x 3".
• Banded calcite, about 3 on the Mohs scale; keep away from acidic cleaners.
• Photos show the actual piece.

Shipping and Returns

• Carefully packed in reinforced packaging made to protect fragile crystals and minerals in transit.
• We have shipped delicate stones for years, and every order is packed with that experience.
• Covered by our 30-day return policy.

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