The exquisite beauty of black gemstoneshas emerged as a distinctive and revered facet of the jewelryworld.
In the realm of precious gemstones, black holds a mysterious allure that captivates the senses and evokes a sense of timeless elegance.
These alluring gems, with their deep, velvety hues, carry an inherent charm that transcends traditional notions of gemstone aesthetics.
Black Beauty
Think of a black gemstone and, like most people, you probably think first of black onyx, but there are many other gemstonesin various shades of black, grey, charcoal, ebony, and slate.
Shown below are pictures of some common and uncommon black stones:
a. Agate
b. Ammonite
c. Black Pearl
d. Black Spinel
e. Chinese Writing Stone
f. Drusy
g. Hematite
h. Rainbow Obsidian
i. Mahogany Obsidian
j. Snowflake Obsidian
k. Onyx
l. Orthoceras (Cephalopod)
m. Palm Wood
n. Picasso Marble
o. Black StarSapphire
Black Means A Lot
Black is associated with mystery and the great unknown.
It is believed that wearing black or grey stones in jewelry, or clothing, suppresses and protects the emotions while portraying the wearer as:
- mysterious
- sexy
- sophisticated
Black banishes and absorbs negativity, it is symbolic of outer space and the universe.
Black is the absence of all color.
In some cultures black represented fertility; in others, it represented wisdom. However, it is also often linked with evil, and, in many cultures, black is the color of mourning.
Black Birthstone
Here are four black gemstones and some information regarding birthstones:
Birthstone | Month/Zodiac Sign |
Arabic Birthstone | June |
Ayurvedic Birthstone | May |
Hebrew Birthstone | May |
Mystical Birthstone | September |
Roman Birthstone | May |
Sun Sign (Star Sign) | Aquarius, Capricorn |
Talismanic Birthstone | Libra |
Zodiac Birthstone | Gemini |
Birthstone | Month/Zodiac Sign |
Hebrew Birthstone | July |
Mystical Birthstone | December |
Roman Birthstone | July |
Talismanic Birthstone | Capricorn |
Zodiac Birthstone | Leo |
c. Pearl Birthstone
Birthstone | Month/Zodiac Sign |
Ayurvedic Birthstone | June |
Hindu Birthstone | June |
Modern Birthstone | June |
Mystical Birthstone | November |
Sun Sign (Star Sign) | Cancer, Gemini |
d. Sapphire Birthstone
Birthstone | Month or Planetary/Zodiac Sign |
Arabic Birthstone | April |
Ayurvedic Birthstone | August |
Hebrew Birthstone | April |
Hindu Birthstone | July |
Modern Birthstone | September |
Mystical Birthstone | May |
Roman Birthstone | April |
Sun Sign (Star Sign) | Pisces, Sagittarius, Taurus, Virgo |
Talismanic Birthstone | Cancer |
Traditional Birthstone | September |
Zodiac Birthstone | Taurus |
From the profound beauty of the black onyx to the shimmering elegance of black sapphires, they possess a unique character.
These black gemstones offer an unparalleled canvas for designers and enthusiasts alike to explore the depths of sophistication and style.