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one of one
Every piece is hand-carved from raw stone. Veining, color, translucency — no two are identical. The piece you receive is the only one of its kind.
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Rust, olive, and warm earth tones—this hand-carved onyx keepsake box is a study in contrast, weight, and quiet beauty.
Carved from a single block of natural onyx, this rectangular stone box features layered striations of mossy green, rust, sand, and soft cream, with natural translucency that reveals itself differently from every angle. A fitted stone lid with a sculptural knob adds both function and presence, making this piece feel grounded and intentional.
Use it as a jewelry box, trinket holder, watch case, salt or spice jar, or as a sculptural object on a desk, dresser, or shelf. Each box is entirely one of a kind—shaped by the land it came from and finished with care.
Handmade by artisans in Balochistan, Pakistan and designed & finished in California, this piece reflects SAÉA’s commitment to natural materials, ancestral craft, and slow, lasting design.
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Details:
• Dimensions: approx. 5” L × 3.5” W × 2.5” H
• Weight: ~3 lbs
• Natural onyx in rust, olive, cream, and warm brown tones
• Removable fitted stone lid with hand-carved knob
• Each piece is one of a kind
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Crafted without compromise:
• 100% natural onyx — no resins, dyes, or composites
• Finished with food-grade beeswax only
• No chemical polish or lacquer
• Lead-free, plastic-free, and made to last
• Ships in recyclable or compostable packaging
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Rooted in intention. Made to keep.
SAÉA is a woman-of-color-owned small-batch home goods studio celebrating natural stone, cultural heritage, and the quiet beauty of handmade objects.
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Returns & Exchanges accepted within 14 days of receiving your order.
SAÉA Stones
Onyx is a natural stone, stunning but not bulletproof. Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh detergents. Read more here.
Each piece is sealed with food-grade beeswax. Refresh every 6 to 12 months by warming a small amount of oil or wax into the surface, then buffing gently with a soft cloth.
SAÉA Jewels
Made with natural gemstones and gold-plated or gold-filled chains, SAÉA jewels are designed for everyday wear.
While our jewelry is water-resistant, prolonged water exposure is not recommended. To preserve its finish, avoid wearing in pools, hot tubs, saltwater, or during heavy sweating. Store dry when not in use.
Free ground shipping on every order in the U.S. Hand-packed in San Diego using recyclable, plastic-free materials, usually shipped within 1-2 business days.
30-day returns on unused, undamaged pieces. Email us at hello@saeadesigns.com and we will send a return label.
SAÉA is a small design studio in San Diego, California.
Each piece begins as raw onyx in the mountains of Balochistan, hand-carved by artisans, then finished, photographed, and shipped from San DIego, California.
Every SAÉA Jewel is made to order in our San Diego studio.
— the origin
carved from a single stone.
Onyx forms in slow, mineral-rich pockets underground — layers laid down over thousands of years. Each slab is split once, then carved by hand, which is why no two pieces share the same ribboning.
We keep the walls thin so light passes through when the piece sits on a window ledge.
fig. 01workshop, balochistan — spring 2025
— why saéa
objects with weight, made to slow a room down.
No two pieces alike. No factory finish. Just raw onyx, hand-carved by artisans in Balochistan and finished in our San Diego studio.
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natural stone, not resin
100% natural stone, sourced small-batch from the mountains of Balochistan. Never composite, never resin-cast, never synthetic.
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artisan made
Carved by skilled artisans in Balochistan using techniques passed down for generations. We pay fair, transparent wages — never piecework rates.
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shipped from san diego
Free ground shipping nationwide. Each order is hand-packed in our California studio with recyclable, plastic-free materials.
— in the workshop
finished by hand, one piece at a time.
balochistan, pakistan
spring 2025
— why not the alternative
saéa vs. everything else.
What you actually get when you choose handmade over mass-produced.
saéa
mass-market
100% natural materials
solid Balochistan onyx
resin / composite
handmade · one of one
hand-carved, never repeated
factory mold
artisan-made, fair wage
transparent partner workshops
unknown supply chain
packed with love
by hand, in San Diego
drop-shipped
recyclable packaging
100% plastic-free
styrofoam & chemicals
shipping
free ground, nationwide
typically $15–$40
