{"title":"Antique Onyx Jewellery","description":"\u003cp\u003eOnyx is either a jet-black stone with bright white bands or a deep red variant sometimes known as sardonyx. Both gleam wonderfully when professionally polished and have been used to create some truly remarkable items of antique jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the Victorian era, antique onyx jewellery pieces featured onyx prominently in mourning jewellery, often accompanied by sombre motifs like weeping willows and urns.  However, onyx's beauty extended beyond mourning. Artisans used banded onyx to create cameos with contrasting white figures, while its solid black variety provided the perfect canvas for engraving family crests on signet rings. The Art Deco era saw onyx paired with diamonds and other gemstones to create bold, geometric pieces. Finally, black onyx beads were strung into long necklaces which remained popular throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView our collection of antique onyx jewellery below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"art-deco-onyx-diamond-drop-earrings-platinum","title":"Art Deco Onyx Diamond Drop Earrings Platinum","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA fabulous pair of Art Deco diamond drop earrings from the 1920s, made up of two jet-black onyx at the bottom, with sparkling old cut diamonds laid out in a pinwheel design on top. The largest diamonds weigh approx. 0.20ct each and are bezel set in the centre, with smaller stones surrounding and crowned atop the hooks (approx. 1ct total).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOnyx is a unique form of chalcedony, distinct for its jet-black colouring and white bands. It was popular during the Art Deco period, when monochromatic designs were in fashion and were often used as a contrasting base for brighter gems to make them stand out. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese are a spectacular pair of Art Deco drop earrings, fashioned in platinum, with 18ct white gold hooks on top. They’re a wonderful design and showcase a glittering array of diamonds that look beautiful dangling from each ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe recommend you insure for £3,000. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWEIGHT: 3.2 grams each - 6.4 grams together\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMEASURE: Height 25mm (32mm inc. wires) x Width 14mm (bottom) x Depth 6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMETAL: Platinum\/ 18ct Gold (Tested)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSTONES: Onyx (14 x 14mm), Diamonds (Largest 3.5 x 3.5mm, approx. 0.20ct – 1ct total)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDIAMOND GRADE:  SI 1 clarity – H colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAGE: Art Deco. (Circa 1920 – 1930)  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eITEM NUMBER: CP0213\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-s1\"\u003eView our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/art-deco-jewellery\"\u003eArt Deco Collection\u003c\/a\u003e to view the other vintage items currently available or you can v\u003c\/span\u003eiew our full collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/antique-earrings\/period_art-deco-1920-1935\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eArt Deco Diamond Drop Earrings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInterest Free Layaway and Finance Payment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are also available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LgT7bqPKyQ4?si=UKKujN9vPnhxF9n5\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55704981078400,"sku":"CP0213","price":2425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Art-Deco-Onyx-Diamond-Drop-Earrings-cover.jpg?v=1771588460"},{"product_id":"antique-georgian-cross-pendant-black-onyx-18ct-gold","title":"Antique Georgian Cross Pendant Black Onyx 18ct Gold","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis enormous antique Georgian mourning cross pendant exemplifies the grandeur and exquisite craftsmanship characteristic of the late Regency era (Circa 1830). Fashioned from polished black onyx crossbars with softly chamfered edges, the cross is united by finely worked 18ct yellow gold mounts with spherical finials. At its centre rests a finely chased floral rosette on both sides, encircled by creeping ivy that continues around each gold cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDuring the early 19th century, mourning jewellery formed an intimate and deeply personal expression of grief, worn not merely as public declaration, but as a private act of devotion. Black stones such as onyx were favoured for their dignity, with the rose representing enduring affection, and the ivy, remembrance, and eternal attachment. This cross would have served as both a cherished keepsake and a testament to lasting love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExceptionally rare and well preserved, the cross remains free from the fractures and losses so often encountered in early mourning pieces. A rare and evocative survivor of the Georgian era, it is a compelling acquisition for collectors of sentimental artifacts, admirers of neoclassical design, or anyone seeking a statement piece rich in meaning. Wear it on a long gold chain or suspend it from a black velvet ribbon to echo its original Georgian elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe recommend you insure for £5,500. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/b\u003e: 48.5 grams   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMEASURES\u003c\/b\u003e: Height 124mm (132mm inc. loop) x Width 94mm x Depth 6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMETAL\u003c\/b\u003e: Yellow Gold (Tested 18ct) \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e           \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTONES\u003c\/b\u003e: Onyx  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAGE\u003c\/b\u003e: Georgian. (Circa 1830)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMARKS\u003c\/b\u003e: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eITEM NUMBER\u003c\/b\u003e: CATN12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eYou can find more Georgian Cross Pendants in our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/antique-pendants?_gl=1*1kd65n0*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTE1NTMzNTEyMS4xNzcwODk1OTcy*_ga_4D9LWM6C15*czE3NzA4OTU5NzIkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzA4OTU5NzIkajYwJGwwJGgw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAntique Pendants collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInterest Free Layaway and Finance Payment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are also available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZTWEt7nyNzo?si=0k36Eg1s5OkOIIC-\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57384929919360,"sku":"CATN12","price":4210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/AntiqueGeorgianCrossPendantBlackOnyx18ctGold-cover.jpg?v=1771501817"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/collections\/Antique_Victorian_Dove_Locket_Onyx_Diamond_Pearl_18ct_Gold_Circa_1880.jpg?v=1699362933","url":"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/en-us\/collections\/antique-onyx-jewellery\/product-type_pendant.oembed","provider":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}