Hardness:7.0.
Occurrence:South Africa, Sri Lanka (Ceylon), India, Brazil, Australia and the U.S..
Appearance
Chatoyancy, appearing in these varieties of quartz, is caused by fibrous inclusions. They are generally cut en cabochon, but is often cut into round pieces for necklaces and pendants. Tiger's-eye is also used for carvings, boxes, ashtrays and other similar pieces. When the color is a greenish grey, they are called cat's-eye quartz. A golden yellow reflection on a brown stone is called tiger's-eye. If the stone is blue-grey or bluish, it's colored by crocidolite, and is known as hawk's-eye. A darker brown, or mahogany-colored stone is known as bull's-eye or ox-eye.Enhancements
Tiger's eye is not enhanced.
Mini Hearts are the perfect size and shape to carry around with you in your purse or pocket.
Properties of Tigers Eye
Tiger's Eye is a stone of protection and was traditionally carried as a talisman against ill wishes and curses. It is both a grounding and uplifting crystal and can encourage feelings of self-worth and confidence in our own abilities. It can promote a positive attitude, assist us in accomplishing our goals and help us to recognise our own talents and abilities.
Tiger's Eye is said to enhance our own personal power, release blocked creativity, and to bring good luck, prosperity, wealth and success.
Tiger's Eye can be used to help balance the Solar Plexus Chakra.


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