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Tiger Eye

A golden-brown quartz commonly used in symbolic jewelry for steadiness and confidence.

Quick Answer

Tiger eye is a golden-brown chatoyant stone used for practical confidence symbolism.

Meaning

Resolve, steady confidence, and deliberate action.

Modern symbolism

A golden-brown quartz commonly used in symbolic jewelry for steadiness and confidence.

Crystal details

OriginA quartz variety formed through fibrous mineral replacement.
ColorGolden brown with shifting bands.
HardnessMohs hardness 7.
HistoryIts visual effect has made it popular in adornment and symbolic jewelry.

Gift ideas

New job, promotion, graduation, or a confidence message.

Comparison

Compare with obsidian when the intention is boundaries rather than action.

Related meanings

Related bracelets

Sources and citations

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