Tiger's eye stone: what does it look like and what properties does it have?

A lot is known about the magical properties of the tiger's eye. This beautiful stone got its name because of its unique resemblance to the eyes of tigers and other predators. It has been used for amulet since ancient times. Due to its properties and extraordinary beauty, this mineral is still popular today, it is used to create jewelry and crafts.

The tiger's eye gem is not very expensive, it is mainly used to create jewelry and decorative crafts. This is a very beautiful decorative ornamental stone with a magnificent shine and an interesting pattern with overflows. It contains quartz with streaks of crocidolite and asbestos crystals.

Outwardly, the tiger's eye looks like a predator's eye. For its incredible color with overflows, it got its name. After processing it, the optical effect becomes more noticeable. It is a magnificent mineral with a bright color of golden yellow, brown or brown, with dark blotches and light shining stripes. Due to the admixture of limonite (goethite) in it, the color of the stone changes from yellow to golden brown.

The iridescence of the mineral occurs due to the presence of iron impurities in it. The mineral has a silky sheen. The hardness of the mineral is up to 7-8 units on the Mohs scale.

Many nationalities attached great importance to the properties of the stone. There are many interesting legends about the origin of this amazing stone.Many believe that Satan was the first to use the magical properties of the gem. The unusual glow of the tiger's eye attracted people to him, then made them sinful. To enhance their abilities, this mystical mineral has been used since ancient times by magicians and sorcerers. Ancient people wore various decorations and amulets from the tiger's eye, believing that they endow them with energy, bring prosperity and prosperity.

The inhabitants of Ancient Egypt believed that the god of the Sun Ra was the patron saint of the gem. The inhabitants of the East believed that Shiva was his patron. Roman knights wore this stone as a talisman to protect from wounds in battle. The Indians believed that the mineral could signal the approach of danger by changing its original weight and color. The most valuable stones are considered to be large stones with iridescent light stripes and small interspersed with black stripes or dots. To preserve the most beautiful colors, the tiger stone is usually cut in the form of cabochons.

The name of the mineral was first given by the Sumerians; they used it to decorate the sculptures of the gods. Soon, many learned about the properties of the mineral, its beauty was appreciated in India and Tibet. The first deposits of tiger stone were discovered in South Africa. This stone is still being mined there. It is mined in India, the United States of America, Australia. Large deposits of the mineral were discovered in the Urals (Moyva River). And also the mineral is found in Australia, the USA, Namibia and the USA.

Very high quality minerals are mined in Ukraine. They are mined at a mine near the city of Krivoy Rog. The stone mined in this place has a golden brown hue with a very pronounced silky sheen. Although more often you can find deposits of ocher-colored minerals with a glassy luster.

Falcon and cat's eyes are considered to be close relatives of the tiger's eye. In the composition of the cat's eye, there are structures of epidote or asbestos in the form of filaments, which give it a characteristic effect. The predominant color of the gem is golden brown, which indicates the presence of a large amount of iron hydroxide impurities in its composition.

The composition of the hawk's or falcon's eye contains crocidolite and rhodusite. The peculiarity of this stone is that it has a blue background with glare stripes. Hawkeye contains less iron, which is why its color is blue or gray. Unusual iridescent stripes of black, blue and gray colors give the mineral a special chic. This color is quite rare, so such minerals are especially valuable. You can also find a gem that has a light green shade of light green.

A lot is known about the characteristics of this mystical stone. The mineral has magical and healing properties. This ornamental and relatively inexpensive gem is used to create jewelry, as a decoration. After processing, it acquires a very smooth surface with magnificent mesmerizing iridescence.

It is used for inlaid decor items, when creating compositions, paintings or panels. They make beautiful candlesticks, stationery, jewelry boxes out of it. Tiger's eye jewelry in a silver or gold frame is very popular.

A tiger's eye is worth having for people who are confident in themselves. The fire element in conjunction with the element of the Earth has a beneficial effect on courageous people who implement any innovations and innovations. For a long time, people revered the stone, but at the same time they were afraid of it, believing that the owner of the "all-seeing eye" can observe others even through walls and doors.Sorcerers and magicians have always carried this gem with them, believing that the magic of the stone will protect them from the effects of alien forces.

Ancient people used this magic talisman as a talisman against evil spirits. They believed that the tiger stone protects from the evil eye and damage. Roman soldiers protected themselves from injury in battle thanks to this powerful amulet.

Many believed that the constant wearing of tiger's eye products would save its owner from any danger and trouble. It is especially recommended to have a stone for people whose professions involve risk. The gem should be worn by athletes, because it helps to overcome difficulties, increases the will to win, and helps to avoid sprains, injuries and bruises... The talisman helps artists and designers, as well as architects and restorers. This is a wonderful talisman that will help protect against ruin, losses, and increase money.

Workaholics will have the opportunity to quickly move up the career ladder, having this gem as a talisman or decoration.

The amulet will help in some cases.

• Self-confident, strong personalities. This talisman will be able to protect you from making wrong actions and rash decisions. To enhance the effect, you should touch the rosary made from the tiger's eye for 40-60 minutes.
• Jealous people will be able to reduce negative manifestations and calm jealousy.
• The stone will help protect yourself from a malevolent gaze and the influence of energy vampires.
• Jewelry from this mineral help to increase profits, they should be worn by those who are often in debt.

The talisman will warn you in time about the approaching danger. It is believed that at this time the stone changes its original color and weight. This amulet begins to grow heavier upon contact with the "energy vampire". If this happens, it is better to interrupt the conversation with this person and further avoid contact with him. It is worth wearing it during important negotiations.

Tiger's eye figurines are often installed in offices. It is believed that the figurine will help you make the right decision. Women also often wear jewelry made from this incredibly beautiful gem. It is believed that such an amulet will help turn a negligent wife into an excellent housewife. And also the magical properties of the stone help to cleanse the body after abundant outpourings. It will help eliminate excessive jealousy, relieve you from committing frivolous and wrong actions.

Many people believe that the tiger stone has the ability to find treasures and treasures. That is why he got the name of the magic eye. A mineral that is blue or light blue has more powerful protective properties. And stones with gold specks are able to attract wealth to a person. Tiger's eye jewelry should be worn by spouses who have been married for a long time to revive old feelings and create harmony.

Many people know the healing properties of the gem. This stone will help reduce the psycho-emotional state, which is important for people with diseases of the heart, blood vessels and nervous system.

Products made from it will help in the treatment of many diseases.

• It is used in the treatment of neuroses or insomnia. It will help fight depression.
• Promotes recovery of strength after surgery.
• It has a beneficial effect on the skeletal system, it is used for resorption of salts in case of arthrosis and osteochondrosis.
• The mineral will help with skin diseases. It is applied to a sore spot with psoriasis.
• It is used to treat female diseases.
• Helps relieve joint inflammation.

And also it should be used by people who suffer from diseases of the eyes and ears. Its effect on patients with bronchial asthma is beneficial. Mineral products are recommended to be worn by people who are often exposed to stressful situations. To enhance the effect of the stone on the body, it must be worn constantly.

The tiger eye does not like passive people, therefore it will help active and purposeful individuals.

• This gem should be worn by fire signs. So, the stone is perfect for Aries, Sagittarius and Leo. Representatives of these signs often have to solve complex problems, so the amulet will facilitate the adoption of the necessary decisions. In this case, the amulet is able to reduce emotional stress, reduce the excitability of the nervous system.
• Suitable for the mineral and Gemini... Representatives of this sign often hover in the clouds and build castles in the air, while doing nothing. He will help get rid of apathy during mood swings.
• The amulet is also suitable for Virgos. Representatives of this sign are very hardworking, but at the same time they lose a lot of energy, both physically and psychologically. The gem is able to bring the body into a harmonious state, give strength.
• Scorpions this stone will protect you from the influence of bad energy, protect you from ill-wishers.
• It is worth paying attention to this stone for Capricorns. This is great protection for them. He can be an excellent talisman and will patronize in everything, especially in work.
• Tiger's eye jewelry will help Aquarius to be more often in a good and positive mood, to give warmth and joy. Aquarius should buy rings, earrings or bracelets made of tiger's eye.

Libra and Taurus should refrain from wearing this stone often, otherwise it can affect the manifestation of negative traits of their character. Although Libra feels more confident in such jewelry. Jewelry with a stone can be worn by both women and men. So, the stone will help Paul, Anatoly and George. The amulet will help in achieving goals, contribute to harmonization with the outside world, give strength and firmness in decision-making. The gem will bring success in business to Tatyana. Zhannam will help reduce unnecessary nervousness, and Margarit will get rid of pathological jealousy.

The tiger stone is perfect for people of creative professions. He helps them achieve great success, reveals their creative potential, gives confidence in their abilities. It will also be useful to those who work in trade. The gem will help get rid of competitors and increase profits. This amulet is essential for those who are often in danger. Firefighters, pilots, police officers, testers should become its owner.

It is not uncommon to see inexpensive tiger's eye products in the store. In order not to buy a fake, it is better to choose jewelry and jewelry in jewelry stores. The cost of such items is somewhat more expensive, as they are framed in silver or gold. When purchasing products, it is worth paying attention to some points..

• Natural stone will feel colder and heavier to the touch.
• The color of the product should not be too bright. Fake jewelry has a more vibrant color.
• During the rotation of the original product, the stripes on it change their position.
• Products with a natural mineral are more expensive than a fake.

The price of the product is affordable, while it largely depends on the presence of dark stripes on the mineral. The more black bars there are, the lower the price of the finished product will be. It is an opaque stone. In the event that it is translucent, then it is not a tiger's eye. When choosing products, it is important to know what properties the stone has, what its characteristics are.

Tiger Eye can be combined with any related minerals. Do not pair it with more expensive stones such as sapphire, garnet or diamond, as this will look out of place. With the right combination, the jewelry will bring their owner success in everything. The wrong combination can lead to setbacks and losses.

Tiger's eye goes well with onyx, lapis lazuli and sapphire. Black agate is not an important company for him. Neutral varieties are quartz, carnelian, malachite, and opal.

Special care for the tiger's eye stone is not required, since it is quite unpretentious. Even with constant and long-term wear, it does not lose its appearance. To enhance the properties of the stone, products are recommended to be left more often in the sun so that they are charged. It is recommended to store jewelry in a box separately from other jewelry. It is desirable that the walls of the box be upholstered. Although the product has great strength, however, with prolonged wear, it may fade and darken.

To restore the garment to its original color and shine, it can be washed from time to time with warm water and a little liquid detergent. Products should be lightly rubbed with a soft brush and rinsed well with running water.

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