Need somewhere to drop your rings, keys or a few tumbled stones? These small Mexican onyx bowls have an irregular, wavy carved shape and soft yellow, cream and gray banding.
The stone is a yellow banded travertine calcite that forms in cave stalactites, mined in Tehuacan, Mexico, and each bowl was carved and polished by artisans in Mexico. Because the banding runs through the stone, every bowl shows its own pattern, and the light yellow tone works well on a dresser, on a nightstand, at an entryway or on an office desk. They are light, between about 182 and 269 grams, so they are easy to move around and make a thoughtful housewarming or hostess gift. A common question is whether Mexican onyx is true onyx: it is banded calcite, a softer stone, which is why it carves into these thin, flowing shapes. You choose the exact piece from the photos.
Each numbered option is pictured on its own, so the piece you see is the piece you receive. The five bowls range from about 5.375 to 6.5 inches across and 1 to 1.375 inches deep.
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: Mexican onyx is traditionally associated with purity and renewal.
Sizes by Number
- 1: about 6.5" x 4.5" x 1"; 0.182 kg
- 2: about 6.375" x 5" x 1.125"; 0.250 kg
- 3: about 6.375" x 5" x 1.125"; 0.269 kg
- 4: about 5.75" x 4.25" x 1.125"; 0.248 kg
- 5: about 5.375" x 5" x 1.375"; 0.189 kg
Additional Details
- You receive the exact Mexican onyx bowl you select (1 to 5).
- Banded calcite (travertine) from Tehuacan, Mexico; carved and polished in Mexico.
- Calcite is soft, 3 on the Mohs scale; keep it away from acids, water soaks and harder objects that can scratch it.
- Decorative use; not for food.
- Photos show the actual pieces.
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.
Disclaimer: Please consult a healthcare professional for any medical advice. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.
