Tiger Eye (Cube)(Faceted)(8mm)(15"Strand)
Tiger Eye (Cube)(Faceted)(8mm)(15"Strand)
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Tiger's Eye is a unique and beautiful gemstone that is known for its chatoyant, or cat's eye, effect that is created by parallel fibrous inclusions within the stone. It is a form of quartz that is usually golden brown in color with streaks of black or dark brown. Tiger's Eye is also a relatively hard gemstone, with a hardness rating of 7 on the Mohs scale, which makes it an excellent choice for cutting and shaping into various forms, including cube beads. Moreover, Tiger's Eye is a widely available and affordable gemstone, which makes it a popular choice for jewelry designers who want to create beautiful and high-quality jewelry pieces at a reasonable price.
Origin: South Africa, India, Burma
Metaphysical Properties: Promotes Balance, Strength, and Fairness
Mohs Hardness: 7
Bead Size: 8mm
Average Strand Length: 16in
Average Beads per Strand
8mm: 39 beads