There is something quietly grounding about a tiger eye as a polished, hand-tumbled stone, ready to be held and lived with. Tumbling rounds and polishes the stone to a silky finish, so it feels pleasant to hold and looks lovely in a bowl, a crystal grid or carried in a pocket.
About tiger eye
Tiger eye is a golden-brown quartz with a silky lustre; its fibrous internal structure creates the rippling band of light known as chatoyancy. It has a Mohs hardness of around 7 and is mined chiefly in South Africa.
Tiger Eye in tradition
Tradition knows it as a stone of courage and protection, associated with grounding and self-confidence. These meanings belong to crystal lore rather than medical fact — the stone's beauty and presence are a value in themselves.
Living with it
A warm, hand-friendly stone many like to carry in a pocket or keep on a working desk through the day. It also makes a good companion for meditation or quiet moments, and a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves the natural beauty of minerals.
Good to know
As a natural mineral, every piece is unique: colour, size and pattern may differ slightly from the photo. Wipe clean with a soft cloth, and avoid prolonged direct sunlight and harsh chemicals.