gemstone
Tiger's Eye
SiO2 (Quartz pseudomorph after crocidolite)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, golden-brown to yellow-brown color with a silky luster, and a microcrystalline fibrous quartz structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, golden-brown to yellow-brown color with a silky luster, and a microcrystalline fibrous quartz structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed when quartz gradually replaces the fibrous mineral crocidolite, typically occurring in metamorphic environments with iron-rich solutions.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry, cabochons, decorative carvings, and as a popular collectible gemstone.
Geological facts
Tiger's eye exhibits a distinct chatoyancy or cat's-eye effect due to parallel fibrous inclusions. It is mined primarily in South Africa and Western Australia.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its golden-brown stripes and dynamic light reflection when moved. Collectors can find polished specimens globally in lapidary shops.
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