It seems impossible to be this in awe of a couple of trivets, but these are more like pieces of minimalist, functional sculpture. I'm obsessed! The onyx will obviously always vary. In my case, the smaller trivet has bold brown parts against a cream background, while the larger one is the more typical shades of dusty green. It's not a matching pair, which only adds to their uniqueness.
They are very heavy so, although it's possible to break them, they're unlikely to move around or fall off the table or counter. I would urge caution if using them under a cast iron pan, as it seems possible to scratch the smooth finish (maybe the marble trivets would be okay, but onyx is a bit softer).
My order came quickly and was incredibly well-packed. This would make a fantastic wedding or housewarming gift.
All in all, I can't say enough good things about these trivets. They're simply stunning, in a way that you may not think trivets even could be. A winning product.