mineral
Tiger's Eye
SiO2 (Silicon Dioxide)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, golden to brown color, silky luster, and a microcrystalline structure with chatoyancy.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, golden to brown color, silky luster, and a microcrystalline structure with chatoyancy.
Formation & geological history
Formed when quartz chemically replaces fibrous crocidolite asbestos, typically in metamorphic environments.
Uses & applications
Widely used in making cabochons, beads, jewelry, and ornamental carvings.
Geological facts
Its distinctive cat-eye effect is caused by parallel fibers of silica reflecting light.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its golden-brown stripes and shimmering chatoyancy; primarily sourced from South Africa and Australia.
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