Tiger's Eye
gem · common
Quick facts
- Formula
- SiO2
- Hardness
- 6.5-7
- Luster
- Silky
- Colors
- Golden, brown
Tiger's Eye is a variety of quartz known for its chatoyancy, which gives it a silky, lustrous appearance.
Look for the characteristic chatoyancy and banded appearance in golden to brown hues.
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