$23.00
A 1.25-inch tiger eye bone hand-carved from shimmering golden quartz. Symbolizes courage, protection, and ancestral strength.
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his small bone carving is meticulously hand-carved by artisans from genuine tiger eye quartz, celebrated for its golden-brown chatoyance — a silky light reflection that moves across the stone like a living flame. Each 1.25-inch piece is finely polished to a satin-gloss finish that enhances the stone’s natural fibrous bands and warm, metallic glow. The form captures the symbolic essence of a bone — representing connection to lineage, continuity, and the life force that endures across time.
Tiger eye is a variety of quartz (SiO₂) formed through the pseudomorphic replacement of crocidolite asbestos fibers by silica, preserving the fibrous structure and resulting in its characteristic shimmer. Iron oxide impurities impart its golden-brown hue and depth of luster. South Africa is one of the world’s premier sources of tiger eye, with deposits near Griquatown yielding material of exceptional color contrast and high polish potential.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Class | Silicate (Quartz Variety) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ with Fe₂O₃ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Mohs Hardness | 6.5 – 7 |
| Locality / Formation Type | South Africa – Silicified crocidolite deposit |
Tiger eye has been used as a protective gemstone since antiquity, valued by Roman soldiers who carried it into battle as a symbol of courage and focus. Its sheen was believed to reflect both physical and spiritual vigilance. In African lapidary tradition, carving tiger eye into bone and animal forms reflects continuity with the earth — a reverence for ancestors and the cyclical nature of strength passed down through generations.
The bone form specifically speaks to memory, endurance, and life’s enduring framework — a symbol of vitality that bridges the living and the ancient.
The bone form represents heritage, memory, and enduring strength, while tiger eye embodies protection, courage, and willpower. Together, they create a meaningful symbol of grounded energy and ancestral resilience:
The golden shimmer reflects awareness and adaptability.
The bone shape anchors that vitality in tradition and remembrance.
Combined, they evoke the unbreakable spirit of transformation through time.
Collectors often display tiger eye bones as totems of perseverance or carry them as reminders of grounded power and steady focus.
Each carving displays natural golden and brown chatoyant bands that shift in light, creating a captivating optical movement. The 1.25-inch size makes it ideal for small altars, crystal grids, or as a palm-sized keepsake. No two are identical; each piece showcases individual variations in banding, polish, and reflective sheen.
Tiger eye is durable but should be cleaned gently with a soft cloth and mild soap if needed. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners or harsh chemicals that could dull its natural luster. Store separately to prevent scratches from harder gemstones.
| Weight | 3 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1.25 × .25 × .50 in |
