Black gem in a cameo (4)

I believe the answer is:

onyx

(Other definitions for onyx that I've seen before include "Striped agate" , "Banded gemstone" , "Black and white striped gemstone" , "Variety of agate, used as a gemstone" , "Form of agate" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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