Chemical Formula: SiO2
Color: Yellow, Brown, Multicolored
Hardness: 7
Crystal System: Hexagonal
Refractive Index: 1.54 - 1.55
SG: 2.63 - 2.65
Transparency: Opaque
Double Refraction: None
Luster: Silky
Cleavage: Indiscernible
Mineral Class: Quartz (Chalcedony)
The stone got its unique name because it resembles the eye of a tiger or cat.
Tiger's Eye forms when Quartz forms over existing blue-ish gray Crocidolite and eventually entirely replaces it. Crocidolite is a type of asbestos mineral, which means its composition is of fine, dense fibers. These fibers form in parallel yet wavy orientation, and in turn causes the intriguing chatoyant effect shown in the Tiger Eye.
Metaphysical Properties & Mythology
Tiger Eye is said to help with balance and harmony in your life. You may be feeling like you are losing control of one aspect of your life because you're dealing with another. Tiger Eye is said to help re-gain that needed control. Legends state the stone can give you courage, strength of mind, and self confidence to tackle anything that comes your way. It is also known to amplify the energies of other stones that it comes in contact with.
Color: Yellow, Brown, Multicolored
Hardness: 7
Crystal System: Hexagonal
Refractive Index: 1.54 - 1.55
SG: 2.63 - 2.65
Transparency: Opaque
Double Refraction: None
Luster: Silky
Cleavage: Indiscernible
Mineral Class: Quartz (Chalcedony)
The stone got its unique name because it resembles the eye of a tiger or cat.
Tiger's Eye forms when Quartz forms over existing blue-ish gray Crocidolite and eventually entirely replaces it. Crocidolite is a type of asbestos mineral, which means its composition is of fine, dense fibers. These fibers form in parallel yet wavy orientation, and in turn causes the intriguing chatoyant effect shown in the Tiger Eye.
Metaphysical Properties & Mythology
Tiger Eye is said to help with balance and harmony in your life. You may be feeling like you are losing control of one aspect of your life because you're dealing with another. Tiger Eye is said to help re-gain that needed control. Legends state the stone can give you courage, strength of mind, and self confidence to tackle anything that comes your way. It is also known to amplify the energies of other stones that it comes in contact with.