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

This matched pair of tiger s eyes presents as two well proportioned oval cabochons weighing 10.25 carats and 10.42 carats respectively, each hand shaped to precise dimensions of 18.07 x 13.08 x 6.24 mm and 18.07 x 13.06 x 6.36 mm. The cutter has maintained excellent symmetry and consistent length to width ratios, producing uniform domes that enhance the characteristic chatoyant band. The cabochon style selected is a traditional high dome, optimized to display a single sharp eye across the long axis, with sufficient thickness in the girdle area to ensure stability for a variety of mounting options. Clarity is graded opaque at eye level, which is typical for tiger s eye and does not detract from the optical performance. Color is described as golden brown, with the color intensity not formally graded, and the surface exhibits an excellent polish that yields strong surface luster and minimal facet residue. There are no enhancements reported, and the material is natural in origin, sourced from South Africa, which is consistent with the dense chatoyant structure observed.

Optically the pair displays a pronounced linear chatoyancy produced by parallel fibrous inclusions and silica replacement textures, resulting in a crisp eye that translates well to both light directional highlights and viewing angle changes. The golden brown band contrasts cleanly against the darker body tone, indicating effective cutting across the fiber orientation to maximize the band s visibility. The polish is fine enough to allow mirror like reflections on the dome while preserving the silky internal sheen that defines quality tiger s eye. For setting recommendations, orient the long axis of each oval to run with the chatoyant band for optimal effect in rings, pendants, or cufflinks, and consider bezel or low prong settings to protect the cabochon edge while permitting light interaction. This pair is offered by The Natural Gemstone Company with full disclosure on weight, exact dimensions, cut style, clarity grade, polish quality, absence of enhancement, and provenance, providing a technically detailed specification suited to designers and collectors seeking matched natural cabochons with strong chatoyancy and consistent fabrication quality.