19.47 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Cabochon Tiger's Eye Pair from South Africa

This exquisite matched pair of tiger eyes presents precise and honest gemological details for the discerning buyer, each stone offered with full specifications. The two cabochons weigh 9.34 carats and 10.13 carats respectively, with classic oval shapes in a golden brown tiger eye material. The dimensions for the first cabochon are 18.08 by 13.08 by 5.76 millimeters, and for the second cabochon 18.05 by 13.07 by 6.25 millimeters, providing superb symmetry for matched settings. Both stones are cabochon cut to emphasize the silky chatoyant banding that defines premium tiger eye, they carry an eye level clarity grade of opaque, their color intensity is listed as not applicable given the chatoyant nature of the material, and they have been given an excellent polish to ensure a bright, continuous line of light across each dome. There has been no enhancement performed on these stones, and their origin is South Africa, a well known source of high quality tiger eye material. These technical details are provided so that you can make an informed decision, and they also ensure compatibility with precision mounts and designer pairings.

Visually these pairings read as rich golden brown cabochons with a strong, narrow eye that runs along the length of each oval, creating a dramatic stripe that shifts with movement and light. The chatoyancy is pronounced and clean, favoring designs that allow the band to be oriented lengthwise for maximum visual impact. For jewelry design I recommend settings that show the face of the stones, such as classic bezel settings that protect the edges while framing the cabochons, or open head prong mounts when a lighter, more modern look is desired. These sizes work beautifully as a set of earrings for an elegant drop, as companion stones in a double ring for a left and right balance, or as gradient elements in a pendant where the pair can echo one another. The darker golden to almost honey brown tones pair well with warm metals, particularly 14 karat or 18 karat yellow gold, and rose gold where the metal will accentuate the warmth of the stones, while polished sterling silver offers a more contemporary contrast that emphasizes the chatoyant band.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we pride ourselves on sourcing and presenting natural, unenhanced material with clear documentation and responsive service. Because these tiger eyes are opaque cabochons, cleaning is straightforward, simply use warm soapy water and a soft cloth, avoid prolonged exposure to strong chemicals and extreme heat, and store each cabochon separately to prevent scratching on the polished surfaces. For mounting considerations, a low profile bezel will secure the stones for everyday wear and protect the cabochon edges, while a secure prong or hybrid setting will allow more light to interact with the surface for a livelier band. If you would like, we can recommend trusted designers and setters who routinely work with cabochons of these dimensions, or we can provide custom design assistance to create a complementary pair of settings. These tiger eyes come with our assurance of natural origin and no enhancement, and we are happy to provide additional photos from multiple lighting angles, measurements for exact fitting, and shipping options. Please contact The Natural Gemstone Company with any questions about matching, setting advice, or to reserve this lovely paired set.