Physical and chemical characteristics of Tiger's Eye
Tiger's Eye is a variety of microcrystalline quartz with fibrous crocidolite inclusions that, through a process of substitution by silica, give rise to the optical effect of "chatoyancy." Its typical color ranges from golden yellow to brown, with iridescent reflections resembling a feline eye. Composed of silicon dioxide (SiO₂), it has a hardness of 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale. It is a stone that combines grounding and intuition, strengthening the will and protecting against psychic dangers. Traditionally, it is considered a "solar shield," capable of reflecting negative energy and illuminating the inner path.
Family of belonging, sister stones and colors
Belonging to the large quartz family, Tiger's Eye is related to Hawk's Eye (blue), Ox's Eye (red), Smoky Quartz, and Sunstone. Its golden and brown hues recall the fire of the Earth and sunlight filtered through foliage. It is a stone that works on personal energy, making it centered, stable, and protected. It promotes the integration of body, mind, and spirit.
Most important deposits and countries
The main deposits are found in South Africa, Namibia, Western Australia, Burma, India, Brazil, and the United States. Used since ancient times as a protective talisman, it was often worn while traveling to ward off evil spirits and enhance intuition. Today, it is still used as a stone of grounding and spiritual discernment.
Zodiac – Tiger's Eye
Tiger's Eye is associated with the sign of Gemini (May 21 – June 21), a quick, curious, and cerebral Air sign. This stone helps Geminis stay focused, make clear choices, and channel their mental energy in a constructive direction.
The associated planet is Mercury, symbol of communication and mental agility. Tiger's Eye balances its energy, bringing stability, coherence, and clarity. The corresponding constellation is Leo, symbolizing courage and inner light: the stone awakens the solar strength within us.
Tiger's Eye Element
Tiger's Eye belongs to the Fire and Earth subgroups. Fire gives it vitality, intuition, and protection; Earth makes it stable, grounded, and reliable. It is a stone of measured action: it teaches us to move decisively but also carefully. It strengthens the third chakra (solar plexus) and brings conscious personal power.
The Divinatory Ways and the Tiger's Eye
Norse Runes – Sowilo
Sowilo is the rune of the sun, of victory, of enlightenment. Together with Tiger's Eye, it strengthens the ability to see clearly and follow one's inner truth.
Tarot – Arcanum: The Magician
The Magician is one who knows and acts: he concentrates his forces and directs them with willpower. The Tiger's Eye strengthens this capacity for concrete manifestation.
I Ching – Hexagram 26: The Power of Taming the Great
This hexagram speaks of discipline, of contained and channeled strength. The Tiger's Eye embodies self-control and concentration as tools for achievement.
Chinese Zodiac – Tiger's Eye
Sign: Tiger
Element: Wood
In the Chinese system, Tiger's Eye is linked to the Tiger: strong, strategic, independent. Wood adds flexibility and creativity to the stone's protective power. It is ideal for those who wish to act with firmness, but without rigidity.
Tibetan Zodiac – Tiger's Eye
Sign: Dragon
Element: Fire
The Tibetan Dragon is a symbol of vision, spiritual strength, and majesty. The Tiger's Eye supports the Dragon in realizing its vision, providing grounding and protection during spiritual flights.
Ancient Egyptian Zodiac – Tiger's Eye
Sign: Sekhmet
Deity: Sekhmet
Sekhmet is the goddess of the destroying and healing sun, a powerful and protective lioness. The Tiger's Eye is her stone of choice: it protects, purifies, and radiates sacred strength. With Sekhmet, this stone becomes the silent roar of inner truth.
The symbolic guardians of the stones
The Keeper of the Tiger's Eye is the Solar Guardian: he who watches over the balance between light and shadow, between word and action. With him, one learns to see without judgment, to choose without fear, to protect without destroying. The Tiger's Eye is his inner eye: always open, always lucid, always aware.
Shamanism
In the shamanic path, Tiger's Eye is the stone of the Protected Journey. It is linked to the Spirit of the Sacred Feline: powerful, silent, master of spiritual territory. It helps maintain direction, protect the soul during inner journeys, and strengthen intent.
Her Spirit Animal is the Tiger: a symbol of pride, mastery, and balance between instinct and vision. With the Tiger's Eye, one learns the art of conscious action, attentive listening, and deep-rooted courage.
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