Tiger’s eye is a chatoyant gemstone, an amorphous mineral. It is usually brownish yellow, blue, reddish brown, etc. It is opaque, fine and tough, and has a fine fibrous structure.
If it is ground into a curved ring face from the vertical fiber direction, a parallel moving "eye" will appear on the curved surface. Because its shape and color resemble tiger eyes, it is named tiger’s eye stone.
Origins and Historical Significance of Tiger eye
Tiger's Eye is primarily found in South Africa, Myanmar, India, Namibia, and the United States. This gemstone has been revered across cultures for its powerful properties:
Ancient Egypt
The Egyptians believed Tiger's Eye provided protection and insight. Statues often had eyes made from Tiger's Eye to symbolize divine vision.
Roman Soldiers
Roman soldiers carried Tiger's Eye for courage and protection in battle.
Asian Cultures
In Asia, Tiger's Eye was considered a talisman against evil spirits and bad luck.
Functions of Tiger's Eye
Enhance Courage and Confidence
Tiger's Eye is believed to have powerful energy that can enhance personal courage and self-confidence. Wearing Tiger's Eye can help people overcome their inner fears and insecurities and move forward courageously.
Protection and Exorcism
Tiger's Eye symbolizes protection and peace. Because of its majestic spirituality and sacredness, it is considered a gem that can ward off disasters and evil spirits and attract auspiciousness.
Focus
The vitality of Tiger Eye makes people calm, clear, and focused. It can also inspire creativity, making it easier for people to make breakthroughs in their careers, understand self-discipline, resolve stress and achieve goals, and live a happy life.
Regulate emotions
Tiger Eye is widely believed to have the effect of soothing emotions and relieving stress. Wearing Tiger Eye can reduce anxiety and tension, bringing a relaxed and peaceful state.
Attract Wealth
Tiger Eye is also regarded as a gem that can attract wealth and prosperity. It is believed that wearing Tiger Eye can stimulate a person's sense of opportunity and creativity, bringing financial success and abundance.
Precautions for Tiger Eye
Not suitable to wear it for a long time
Wearing Tiger Eye for a long time may make people overconfident and impulsive. Tiger Eye should be used moderately and the wearing time should be determined according to personal circumstances and needs.
Avoid mixing with other gemstones
When wearing Tiger Eye, it is best to avoid mixing with other gemstones to avoid mutual interference or counteraction.
Avoid over-dependence
Although Tiger Eye has positive effects, it should not be regarded as a panacea. In any case, tiger eye should be used and worn with caution to avoid over-dependence and abuse.
Avoid wearing on the left hand
It is generally believed that wearing tiger eye on the right hand can bring in good fortune, but if worn on the left hand, it may bring in some bad negative fortune. Therefore, tiger eye should be avoided on the left hand.
Tiger eye maintenance method
1. To prevent the surface from losing its gloss when wearing it, it should be kept away from acids and alkalis, etc., and avoid long-term contact with cosmetics.
2. When doing sports, etc., prevent it from rubbing and colliding with hard objects to avoid breaking.
3. If not worn for a long time, it should be cleaned with clean water and wiped clean and placed in a jewelry box to prevent the surface of the gem from changing.
