Tiger Eye Stone

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The Tiger Eye stone captivates joy, peace, protection, courage, and self-esteem. Its enticing features allure jewellery enthusiasts for bold and exquisite appeal. It is an astrological substitute for the Ruby stone (Manik ratna). The lord Sun and vivacious Mars planet rule this graceful gemstone. Read More About Who Should Wear Benefits Quality & Pricing Care & Cleaning FAQs What is a Tiger Eye Stone? As the name itself signifies, this stone resembles the eyes of a tiger, fierce and beautiful. The golden allure of this stone not only is visually appealing but also carries the powerful effects of planet Sun for enhanced confidence and strength. Legend has it that Roman soldiers used to carry this powerful gemstone with them on the battlefield, as they believed it gave them additional courage and valour, much like that of a tiger! Properties of Natural Tiger Eye Stone: Properties Description Mineral Family Quartz Origin Africa, Brazil, Burma, Australia, USA, India, Namibia, China Colour Warm golden to reddish-brown with a distinct chatoyant effect Clarity Spotless, blemish-free Cut Cabochon cut to elevate chatoyancy Hardness ( Mohs Scale ) 6.5 to 7 Luster Silky Transparency Opaque Who Should Wear Tiger Eye Stone? People with a debilitated Sun in their natal chart (birth chart). Those born under the Leo and Virgo zodiac signs (according to Vedic astrology). Western astrology suggests this stone for the people born under the Gemini and Capricorn zodiac signs. Especially beneficial for people suffering through low self-esteem and emotional vulnerability. How to Wear Tiger Eye Gemstone? Ideal Metal Silver is the most preferred metal to set your tiger eye stone ring or pendant. Gold or Panchdhatu may also be considered upon consulting with your astrologer. Finger Placement Wear your tiger eye stone ring on the Ring finger of your dominant (working) hand. Stone Weight The ideal weight of the gemstone should be about 1/10th to 1/12th of your body weight . Eg: a perso