 |
Tiger Eye Stone
IntroductionTigers eye effect can be created with dark brown stones vitalized by yellowish fibers. These beads should be crafted very carefully from tiger's eye stone to give a tiger's eye effect. As the name implies, these beads resemble the eyes of a tiger. These beads reflect bright radiants with alternative bands of brown, yellow and black.
This stone is also known as Crocidolite Cat's eye stone. These stones are semi-precious stones with a a rich yellow and golden brown stripes. It is quartz that contains oriented fibers of crocidolite replaced by silica. It reflects a vertical luminescent band like that of a cat's eye and acquires a fine golden luster when polished.
Applications of Tiger's Eye Beads
Tiger's eye beads have find their applications in carvings and ornamentation of jewelries, cameos, decorative items, gift items, etc. As per the opinion of many famous legends, wearing of tiger beads is beneficial for good health and spiritual well being. These beads also act as protector of human psychology, useful for the success in business and in achieving clarity.
Previously the Roman soldiers used to wear tiger's-eye stone for protection in battle. It also helps to strengthen convictions and acquire courage and confidence, relieving high blood pressure and concentration. This very warm stone is beneficial in weakness and sickness.
The major deposits of stones that help in the creation of tiger's eye beads are Nigeria, Australia, South Africa, Brazil, etc. Tiger's eye stone beads must be prevented from sharp blows and scratches in order to keep them in good conditions. Frequent changes in temperatures may also make a negative effect on these beads. A lustrous golden color is generated from these beads. The combination of rich black and yellow stripes is the principle attraction of these beads. In the ancient times, it was believed that the tiger's eye beads are used as wedding anniversary gemstones on the completion of 9 years of marriage.
