Tiger Eye Tree

Tiger’s Eye is a variety of the quartz group of minerals known for its distinctive golden to brown color and silky, lustrous appearance. It is a chatoyant gemstone, meaning it exhibits a captivating "cat's eye" effect as light reflects off its fibrous structure. Tiger’s Eye has long been valued for its aesthetic beauty and its use in jewelry and carvings.

Key Characteristics: Chemical Formula: SiO₂ (Silicon Dioxide) with inclusions of iron.Crystal System: Trigonal (like other quartz varieties).

Color: Golden yellow, brown, with bands or streaks. It can also appear in shades of red or blue (called Hawk’s Eye when blue).

Luster: Silky and chatoyant, with a shimmering effect as light moves across the surface.

Hardness: 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale.

Transparency: Opaque to translucent.Streak: White to greyish.

Golden Tiger’s Eye: The most common variety, displaying shades of yellow and brown with a golden sheen.

Occurrence:Tiger’s eye is primarily found in metamorphic rocks. Significant deposits are found in:South Africa: The largest and most famous source.AustraliaIndia, Namibia, Brazil.

Care: Tiger’s Eye is a durable stone, but it can still be scratched by harder materials like topaz or diamonds. To clean tiger's eye, use a soft cloth with warm water and mild soap. Avoid harsh chemicals and prolonged exposure to extreme heat, which can damage the stone's surface or cause its color to fade.

5"in Tree