Tiger's Eye
Tiger's eye is quartz that has replaced the fibrous mineral crocidolite, preserving its silky parallel fibers — the source of the stone's shifting cat's-eye bands. Polished, it glows in layered gold, bronze, and amber, like its namesake's gaze. It forms in three natural colors: golden yellow (most common), red (often gently heated to deepen the tone), and blue, known as hawk's eye (rarest) — all represented in this collection.
What Is Tiger's Eye?
Tiger's Eye Colors
- Golden tiger's eye — the classic; warmth and vitality.
- Red tiger's eye — deeper, earthier; often heat-enhanced.
- Blue tiger's eye (hawk's eye) — the rarest; calm, watchful energy.
What Is Tiger's Eye Good For?
Known as a stone of courage, tiger's eye is linked to the solar plexus chakra — the centre of willpower and personal power. In traditional belief it steadies the emotions, sharpens resolve, and lends the confidence to act. It is also a classic protective and lucky stone, long carried for safe travel and steady fortune, and popular with anyone who needs to stay decisive under pressure.
How to Use Tiger's Eye
- Wear it daily — Bracelets are the signature form; the bands move as you do.
- For courage rituals — Hold a piece before difficult conversations or decisions.
- At work — Many keep tiger's eye on the desk as a traditional companion for focus and fair dealing.
- For safe travel — A long-standing tradition carries tiger's eye on journeys.
Care & Cleansing
- Quartz-based (7 Mohs); tough and easy to wear daily.
- The sharper the chatoyant band, the finer the piece — look for a crisp, mobile "eye." Be wary of overly vivid colors, which may be dyed glass rather than natural stone.
- Cleansing: rest it overnight on a Clear Quartz cluster — the simplest daily reset. For a deeper cleanse, try our Herkimer Diamond water method: soak a Herkimer Diamond in water for a few hours, then rest your crystal in the water for 10–30 minutes. Moonlight around the full moon is a good tool-free alternative. Read our full cleansing guide.
- Avoid salt water — some shops recommend it as a cleansing method, but salt can permanently dull or damage the surface.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is tiger's eye good for?
Courage, confidence, and protection — traditionally linked to the solar plexus chakra and steady decision-making.
What are the different colors of tiger's eye?
Golden yellow (classic), red (deeper tone, often heated), and blue hawk's eye (rarest).
How can I tell good tiger's eye?
A sharp, bright cat's-eye band that glides as the stone turns, with clear, even color layering.