$45.00
1-inch teardrop Tiger Eye pendant set in sterling silver with 18-inch chain. Displays golden chatoyancy and silky fiber patterns from South Africa’s famed deposits.
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This Tiger Eye Tear Drop Pendant is hand-crafted in Sterling Silver 925, measuring 1 inch long by 0.5 inches wide. The gemstone exhibits the signature golden chatoyancy that glides across its surface like a cat’s eye when turned in light. Each pendant includes a silver-plated 18-inch chain, a removable metaphysical tag, and a gift box for presentation or storage.
Tiger Eye is a fibrous quartz variety formed through pseudomorphic replacement of the mineral crocidolite (blue asbestos) by silica and iron oxides. During this process, the fibrous structure remains intact, producing the luminous optical effect known as chatoyancy.
Major deposits occur in Griquatown West, South Africa, where iron-rich solutions transformed crocidolite into golden quartz over millions of years. In Australia, the same process mixed with red jasper and hematite produces the variety known as Tiger Iron.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Class | Silicate (Quartz variety) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ (with iron oxide inclusions) |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Mohs Hardness | 6.5 – 7 |
| Locality / Formation Type | Griquatown West, South Africa – metamorphosed crocidolite veins replaced by silica |
Named for its resemblance to a tiger’s eye, this gemstone has been valued for centuries as a symbol of courage and insight. Ancient Roman soldiers carried it as a talisman for protection, while in Eastern cultures, it has been regarded as a stone of clarity and balance.
Tiger Eye’s appeal lies in its dynamic golden shimmer and fibrous internal structure, which reflect light in a narrow, moving band. The teardrop cut emphasizes fluidity, creating a natural sense of motion that enhances the stone’s golden-brown depth and metallic sheen.
Tiger Eye is believed to strengthen intuition and focus, grounding the wearer while offering protection from negative influences. It symbolizes confidence, discernment, and balanced energy — qualities linked to its radiant golden tones.
Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing.
Avoid prolonged moisture or chemical exposure.
Store in its provided gift box to prevent scratches.
Silver may be polished occasionally to maintain luster.
| Weight | 3 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 2.5 × 1.75 × 1 in |
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