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Honey Onyx
Honey Onyx is a type of banded calcite, formed from the hydrothermal precipitation of calcite-rich groundwater or spring water. It exhibits warm honey-gold, amber, ivory, and white tones, often with wave-like patterns. Its distinguishing characteristic is its translucency, allowing light to pass through, especially when backlit.
- Quarry
- Sogut, Bilecik, Turkey; Iran
- Mohs hardness
- 3–4
- Water absorption
- 0.50% (volume) or 0.2% (by weight) / 0.6% (by volume)
- ASTM spec
- ASTM C503
- Finishes
- Polished, Tumbled, Honed, Split, Machine Cut, Natural Surface, Sandblasted, Water Jet, Filled, Chiseled, Pickling
- Applications
- Bathroom countertops, bar tops, wall tiles, mosaic, sinks, wall panels, ornaments, fireplace surrounds, custom furniture, backlit applications
- USA distributors
- Turk Stone Center; SMC Stone; Arda Ogan; Elon Tile & Stone
- Maintenance
- Requires regular dusting and gentle cleaning with a soft cloth and mild soap. Avoid abrasive or acidic cleaners. Needs periodic sealing to prevent staining, etching, or scratching.