Golden brown bands ripple across this sphere with a shifting, silky sheen known as chatoyancy. Even a small change in angle creates waves of light that roll across the surface. Tiger eye has an almost hypnotic glow, making it a favorite display stone that looks alive under lighting.
(7.4 cm / 2.9 in — 0.587 kg / 1.29 lb)
Did you know? The shimmering effect in tiger eye is caused by fibers of quartz replacing crocidolite asbestos while keeping its structure intact.
Golden brown bands ripple across this sphere with a shifting, silky sheen known as chatoyancy. Even a small change in angle creates waves of light that roll across the surface. Tiger eye has an almost hypnotic glow, making it a favorite display stone that looks alive under lighting.
(7.4 cm / 2.9 in — 0.587 kg / 1.29 lb)
Did you know? The shimmering effect in tiger eye is caused by fibers of quartz replacing crocidolite asbestos while keeping its structure intact.