Gosh -- I had the exact same questions but now I'm also curious if two onyx necklaces will match??
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I hadn't considered that potential problem. I assumed onyx is onyx which is one reason I liked it.
It also seems very versatile and, as many people have pointed out, can match most everything and is timeless.
I have two onyx 10 motifs purchased 2 weeks apart. There is no visual difference in the two.
I received my first all gold 10 motif as a gift from my DH a few years ago and ordered a second a year later and they match perfectly. I do not think you have anything to worry about.
That's great to know, Penny. Can you please explain though how you attach the two?
The only issues I've had were with the pink gold.
One of my LE letterwood strands had a pinker tone than the other.
One of my LE letterwood strands had a pinker tone than the other.
You just hook the two together. Connect the lobster claw clasp on one of the 10 motif to the "O" ring on the other 10 motif and repeat.
Thanks Penny! That's what I thought and I feel completely silly for having asked.
I still wonder though how it looks. This would be a huge purchase and I can't decide whether to get a 10 motif now and one later, or buy the 20 motif straightaway (gulp).
I'd love to know if anyone who connects the two necklaces minds the clasp showing, or does it just get lost? And I'd be incredibly grateful if someone could post photos as I'm not anywhere close to a VCA boutique.
Has anyone bought two 10 motif necklaces and then regretted not getting the 20 motif necklace? Or maybe two 10 motif necklaces will be way more versatile?
I know it's ludicrous to get so stressed out over such a luxury decision, but it's a huge investment for me and I'd really appreciate veteran VCA owner's advice!
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Hi Isabella! I bought two 10 motif in solid rose gold and in onyx. I have one 10 motif in carnelian and perhaps purchase another 10 motif. I have never regretted not getting a 20 motif. I love long necklace, but I like wearing 10 motif, too.
I only found these pics in my PC. 2 10 motif in PG and two 10 + 5 motif in onyx. In the pic, you may think the clasps are visible, but people do not notice until you tell so. However, if you only wear it long, in 20, of course you'd better get 20 motif.
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Hi Isabella! I bought two 10 motif in solid rose gold and in onyx. I have one 10 motif in carnelian and perhaps purchase another 10 motif. I have never regretted not getting a 20 motif. I love long necklace, but I like wearing 10 motif, too.
I only found these pics in my PC. 2 10 motif in PG and two 10 + 5 motif in onyx. In the pic, you may think the clasps are visible, but people do not notice until you tell so. However, if you only wear it long, in 20, of course you'd better get 20 motif.
Thanks so much for the pics. Did you buy both RG at the same time? Did you worry about color variation issue?
Thank you so much!!!Hi Isabella! I bought two 10 motif in solid rose gold and in onyx. I have one 10 motif in carnelian and perhaps purchase another 10 motif. I have never regretted not getting a 20 motif. I love long necklace, but I like wearing 10 motif, too.
I only found these pics in my PC. 2 10 motif in PG and two 10 + 5 motif in onyx. In the pic, you may think the clasps are visible, but people do not notice until you tell so. However, if you only wear it long, in 20, of course you'd better get 20 motif.
Your collection is beautiful and I love how it goes with your diamond pendant and wardrobe!
After seeing your photos, I've definitely decided to get a 10 motif now and one "later"!
But they also brought up another question. Your rose gold necklace is so beautiful and I now wonder if I should buy that instead of the onyx.
Do you find yourself wearing one more than another? Do you have a recommendation if I were to only be able to buy one?
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Hi bougainvillier! I purchased both RG at the same time with RG earrings, so did not worry about the color variation issue.
Hi Isabella! I was advised to buy two 10 by TGG! I am happy having two 10s!
I first purchased onyx, then RG. I love both! In the summer, I apply UV cream around my neck. So, I wear solid RG necklace much more. Solid gold necklace is very easy to take care. In the winter, I wear onyx more, perhaps. Onyx looks great on any outfit, but it may be more difficult to coordinate RG. 
Einseine has answered your questions beautifully. I would like to add that tigers eye, gold, and onyx are very easy to match. If you can afford to buy two tens now..do so.
You will have more options ( short, long, or wrapped around your wrist as a bracelet). The prices will only continue to increase.
I purchased malachite and turquoise as 20's because they are more difficult to match. Carnelian also varies a lot. I have two tens and one is just slightly different but I like the ombré effect when they are worn together short. Strangely enough, when worn long they look identical.
Even with mop it's best to buy the two together if you can because mop can be "lively" or more flat regarding iridescence.
Thanks again for your super helpful advice! If only I could get both...Hi bougainvillier! I purchased both RG at the same time with RG earrings, so did not worry about the color variation issue.
Hi Isabella! I was advised to buy two 10 by TGG! I am happy having two 10s!
But until I win the lottery, I think I'll stick with the onyx since I already have gold necklaces.
Do you think though there might be a mismatch problem if I were to buy one onyx necklace now and one later?