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Stone: Tiger Eye

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Tiger's eye or crocidolite cat's-eye is semi precious stone with a rich yellow and golden brown stripes. It is quartz that contains oriented fibres of crocidolite replaced by silica. It displays chatoyancy or a vertical luminescent band like that of a cat's eye. It acquires fine golden lustre when polished.

Resembling the eye of a tiger, this semi precious stone thus, received its name. It is the anniversary gemstone for the 9th year of marriage. Tiger-Eye is widely used in making jewelry and beads with its peculiarity showing out best. It is found in the regions of South Africa. The best stones come from Griqualand West.

As per the legend, Roman soldiers wore tiger's-eye for protection in battle and was thought to be all seeing due to its appearance. It can be worn to strengthen convictions and acquire courage and confidence. Relieving high blood pressure, the gemstone is used for focusing the mind. This very warm stone is beneficial for the weak and sick.