Onyx Tile

Natural stone has a unique depth and range of color as well as a variety of distinctive textures. Onyx is known for its natural bands of color playing through the vivid translucency of the stone. The final appearance of Onyx depends greatly on the direction in which the block of stone is cut . Onyx has a long rich history of use for hardstone carving including jewelry. It was used in Egypt as early as the Second Dynasty to adorn the most exclusive residences.