Description
- Approximate beads per strand: 75
- What is it: Tiger eye is a chatoyant (cats' eye effect) variety of microcystalline quartz. Tiger eye gets it's lustrous appearance from the parallel intergrowth of quartz crystals and altered amphibole fibers that have mostly turned into limonite.
- History: Tiger eye is a stone that has been used in jewelry since Roman times. Roman soldiers wore it during battle as a symbol of protection. People still believe that wearing tiger eye in their jewelry helps them accomplish their goals and also helps them in making the right decisions.
- Metaphysical Properties: Many people believe that tiger eye has medicinal properties that assists in lowering blood pressure and problems related to the kidneys.
- Because gemstones are natural materials, appearances may vary from bead to bead
Additional Information
Finish: |
Polished |
Color: |
Multi Color |
Shape: |
Faceted Cube |
Approx. Strand Length: |
15 inches |
Dimensions: |
4.5mm |
Hole Size: |
1mm |
Material: |
Tiger Eye |
Sold: |
By the strand |
Range: |
4-5.9mm |
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