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Tiger Eye

SiO₂ - Silicon Dioxide

Tiger Eye is black with iron oxide staining which gives it yellow and golden brown stripes. It is a type of chatoyant quartz. Generally, you will not find faceted tiger eye. This stone is often called "Tiger's Eye" or simply "Tiger Eye". More on...

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Care and Treatment

Tiger Eye is often heat treated. This is permanent so no extra care is required.

As with all gems, protect topaz from scratches and sharp blows. Also avoid large temperature changes (such as leaving it be a heater vent or in a hot car).

Hardness

Tiger Eye has a hardness of 7.

Specific Gravity: 2.65 - 2.66

Healing

NA

Where Found

The most important mine for Tiger Eye is in South Africa.

Birthstone Months

• Tiger Eye is not a birthstone.

Star Stone Months

• Gemini (May 21 - Jun 20): Planetary Stone

Anniversary Gemstone

Tiger Eye is the anniversary gemstone for the 9th year of marriage.

 
Mystical Properties

Tiger Eye is used for focusing the mind.

 
Lore

Tiger Eye was thought to be all seeing due to its appearance.

It has been said that Tiger Eye offers protection during travel.