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Polished gemstone beads, likely brown tiger’s eye with an orange bead and a green bead

Tiger’s eye: fibrous quartz (SiO₂) with iron-oxide inclusions; the orange and green beads cannot be identified confidently from the image

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Smooth, polished, rounded beads with brown-to-golden colors and reflective luster. Quartz has Mohs hardness 7 and a trigonal crystal structure; bead appearance alone does not establish hardness or exact composition.

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Common name: Polished gemstone beads, likely brown tiger’s eye with an orange bead and a green bead
Scientific name: Tiger’s eye: fibrous quartz (SiO₂) with iron-oxide inclusions; the orange and green beads cannot be identified confidently from the image
Category: gemstone
Identified: October 2, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Approximately $2–$20 for a simple mixed bead strand; higher prices depend on verified materials and craftsmanship.

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AI estimate for general interest only — not an appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, provenance, and market demand. Verify with a professional before buying, selling, or insuring.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Tiger’s eye forms when quartz replaces fibrous crocidolite, preserving its chatoyant structure; major deposits occur in South Africa and Australia. The other beads may be different minerals or dyed materials.

Uses & applications

Used in jewelry and decorative beads; tiger’s eye is commonly fashioned into cabochons and beads.

Geological facts

Tiger’s eye’s moving, silky band of light is called chatoyancy; it results from aligned fibers and inclusions.

Field identification & locations

Look for golden-brown bands that shift with the viewing angle, though polished beads and lighting make identification uncertain. The pictured strand appears to mix bead types.