Tiger's Eye
चिती (Chiti)
Chatoyant Quartz
Sun & Mars
Courage Stone
चिती (Chiti)
Chemical Formula
SiO2
Hardness (Mohs)
7
Specific Gravity
2.64-2.71
Refractive Index
1.544-1.553
Color Range: Golden-brown with chatoyancy (cat's eye effect), also blue (hawk's eye), red (ox eye)
Crystal System: Trigonal (pseudomorphous after crocidolite)
Sources: South Africa (primary), Australia, India, Myanmar, Namibia, USA
Courage & Confidence: Boosts self-confidence and courage to take action
Protection: Shields from negative energies and evil eye
Willpower: Strengthens determination and focus
Grounding: Connects to earth energy and stability
Decision Making: Enhances clarity in important decisions
Wealth Attraction: Traditionally used for attracting money
Solar Plexus: Activates and balances solar plexus chakra
Balance: Harmonizes yin-yang energies
Best Day
Sunday
Or Tuesday
Best Time
Morning
During Sunrise
Finger
Ring Finger
Right Hand
Metal
Gold
Or Copper
"Om Suryaya Namah" - ॐ सूर्याय नमः
Chant 108 times before wearing. Place stone in sunlight for 30 minutes before first use.
5-10 carats for effectiveness. Tiger's Eye is affordable, so larger sizes are accessible.
Strong, sharp cat's eye band that moves across stone. Band should be centered and well-defined. Avoid weak or diffuse chatoyancy.
Rich golden-brown bands most desirable. Good contrast between bands important. Avoid dull or muddy colors.
Cabochon cut essential to display chatoyancy. High dome preferred. Proper orientation of fibers critical.
Larger sizes common and affordable. Well-proportioned cabochons. Eye should appear centered when viewed from above.
Commercial Grade
Rs 100-300
Weak chatoyancy
Good Grade
Rs 300-600
Clear eye, good color
Premium Grade
Rs 600-1,000
Sharp eye, rich color
*Tiger's Eye is one of the most affordable semi-precious gemstones. Red (ox eye) and blue (hawk's eye) varieties may cost more.
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