Physical Features:Chemical | SiO2 |
Color | Gold-yellow, gold-brown. |
Crystal Habit | Aggregate |
Crystal System | Trigonal |
Cleavage | None |
Fracture | Conchoidal |
Hardness | 6.5 - 7 Mohs scale |
Luster | Silky |
Transparency | Opaque |
Specific gravity | 2.63 - 2.65 |
Refractive index | 1.534 - 1.540 |
Birefringence | None |
Chatoyancy | Yes |
Tiger eye is a chatoyant gemstone and one
of the members of Quartz group. The unique property of the stone is that it
seems to be a tigers eye glowing in the dark and also has a huge resemblance
to the eyes of the cat family. Less the spots and blemishes on the stone the
better its quality. As the stone does not have any side effects, so it can be
worn by everyone but basically, it is the planet stone for Ketu which is known
as a spiritual planet.
Its uses and purposes:
This stone is mainly worn as a ring and
can also be used as for protection against the negative vibes of the
surrounding.
It makes it easier for the wearer to gain
positivity when it matters the most and helps in the advancement of an
individual.
It is also said that it saves one from
road accidents, debts, and many health related traumas.
Tigers eye stone can lessen the stress
and give relief from mental anxiety issues.
As it contains mystical powers, so the
gemstone can solve most of your crucial problems and many serious diseases.
It can also cure ones disinterest in
foods, and decrease the fear from many unnamed phenomena.
Even if you are going through a financial
crisis and the situation is getting worse day by day then this stone can help
you a lot as it is known for improving financial ventures.
This stone has gained some respect in the
field of jewelry for its mystical looks. Such as Tiger Eye engagement ring,
Tiger Eye neckless, Tiger eye pendants etc. are sold at high prices and are in
demand for their striking designs which is alluring for its greenish golden
hue.
The largest no. of stones are found in
South Africa, India, Brazil, Burma, and USA.