Hope Cyrus green onyx vermeil necklace

Silver and gold vermeil with green onyx

This striking necklace features faceted green onyx beads which sparkle and dance in the light. The offset barrel bead is inspired by the Cyrus Cylinder which can be seen on display in the British Museum.

Green Onyx is often mistaken for Emerald and Jade but differs in formation and structure. It is formed through the layering of Chalcedony and Quartz. In ancient Greece and Rome, it was said to be the gemstone of the goddess Venus and considered the source of eternal life. These stones have been found in the Indus valley dating to 5,000 years ago.