A Tigers Eye gemstone with a good display of banding which appears to glint in the light from a honey colour to a rich brown . The gemstone is hand set in silver with a good broad shank . 

Tiger`s Eye is formed as a result of metamorphic processes within the Earth. Fibres of the mineral crocidolite are replaced by bands of silica. This creates the golden, red or brown bands of colour. Tigers Eye exhibits chatoyancy which means that as it is moved  and reflects the light it gleams like the eye of a tiger. Some gemstones show very clear banding others are more uniform in colour thus providing a large varitry of options for you to choose from.

Tiger`s Eye was worn as an amulet by Roman soldiers . The gemstones were placed on the breast plate of the soldier`s armour. Tiger`s Eye is thought  to release anxieties. aid harmony, improve decision making and confidence.  It is one of the birthstones for Leo and Gemini. 

An interesting and unusual gemstone each with its own unique patterns.

Ring weight 9 grams   Gemstone size2cm x 1.5cm   Ring size M