Tiger's Eye Gemstone History, Meaning, Healing Properties, Benefits, and Uses

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Tiger eye, a very unique gemstone, possesses a diverse array of physical properties, in which its composition of silicon dioxide (SiO2) is the primary one. Color is the other unique property of tiger eye as it displays a rich, golden to reddish brown color, often with prominent bands of varying colors that includes brown, yellow and red and its captivating optical phenomenon known as chatoyancy or cat’s eye effect is a result of the interaction of light with the fibrous structure of the stone. And its transparency varies from opaque to translucent which means that it allows varying degrees of light to pass through its structure. In terms of physical durability, tiger’s eye boasts a respectable hardness on the Mohs scale, with a rating of 7 out of 10.Visit: Tiger eye Meaning