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9.66 Ct. Tiger's Eye from South Africa
This loose stone ships by Jun 26
Item ID: | K12634 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 18.09 Width: 13.06 Height: 6.05 |
Weight: | 9.66 Ct. |
Color: help | Golden Brown |
Color intensity: help | N/A |
Clarity: help | Opaque |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | South Africa |
Per carat price: help | $6 |
Introducing a stunning specimen of nature's artistry from The Natural Gemstone Company: the captivating 9.66 carat oval-shaped tiger's eye. This gemstone boasts dimensions of 18.09 x 13.06 x 6.05 mm and presents itself with an exceptional cabochon cut that highlights its unique reflective attributes. With an opaque clarity grade, this tiger's eye captures the essence of earth's beauty, emphasizing the rich golden brown hues characteristic of its South African origin. Its excellent polish further enhances its visual appeal, providing a mirror-like sheen that elevates its aesthetic qualities.
Tiger's eye is renowned for its remarkable chatoyancy, a reflective property that offers a dynamic appearance much akin to the rolling eye of a tiger. This effect in our tiger's eye gem is notably pronounced due to the high-quality craftsmanship employed. Compared to other gemstones in its category, the tiger's eye displays a deeper, more multidimensional reflection, as opposed to the simpler sheen found in stones such as onyx or jasper. The cabochon cut accentuates this reflective quality, creating an interactive visual effect that has captivated jewel enthusiasts and gem collectors alike.
Distinctive from transparent gems, the opaque nature of tiger's eye provides a different facet of beauty, focusing more on surface play rather than internal transparency. This particular gemstone's golden brown color does not involve color intensity gradation, allowing the hue alone to take center stage, exuding warmth and depth unique to tiger's eye. This intrinsic attribute offers a classic yet bold aesthetic, setting it apart from the often gentle tones found in agate or quartz.
The tiger's eye's strength and durability make it not only a visually striking piece but also a practical choice for jewelry intended for frequent wear. Its formation involves the silicification of crocidolite, resulting in a fiber-aligned structure that contributes to its tough composition. This inherent resilience paired with the excellent polish ensures a gemstone that retains its lustrous sheen and elegance over time.
The Natural Gemstone Company takes pride in offering this exquisite tiger's eye, which embodies not only the raw beauty of natural elements but also the meticulous care involved in presenting a gemstone of superior quality. This remarkable gem serves as a timeless addition to any collection, providing a link to both the ancient beauty of the earth and the latest in fine gemstone craftsmanship.
