Properties
Mineral group: Quartz
Chemistry: SiO2
Color: Colourless white, yellow, brown, pink, violet, green and others
Crystal system: Trigonal
Mohs Scale hardness: 7
Refractive index: 1,544-1,553
Birefringence: +0,009
Specific gravity: 2,63-2,65
Other
Quartz is a mineral in a broad sense with similar chemical composition. Quartz can be divided into two main subsets. Crystalline (macro-crystalline), the variety is generally associated with quartz. This group includes Quartz, Amethyst, Smoky Quartz, Cat's eye Quartz others. The second group are polycrystalline (micro-crystalline), and have in turn several subgroups. Here we find the groups Chalcedony, Jasper, Quartzites and silicate replacements. Known examples here are Agate, Carnelian and different varieties of jasper and Tiger’s eye and Ox´s Eye.
Tiger's Eye in Healing
Tiger's Eye is a powerful crystal for strength, courage, and self-confidence. Its golden and brownish colors symbolize grounding and determination. It is known to protect against negative energy and enhance mental clarity, making it a great stone for both personal and spiritual development.
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