Natural History
Oxide and quartz found in the United States, Australia, India, and Mexico.
History and Folklore
Roman soldiers carried tiger’s eye to encourage bravery in battle.
Said to contain both the power of the earth and the sun.
Associations
Angel: Uriel; Gods/Goddesses: Ra, Sekhmet, Durga ; chakra: sacral, solar-plexus; Element: earth, fire; Astrological Sign: Capricorn, Leo; Planet: Sun; Sabbat: Midsummer; Tarot: The Sun.
Traditions
Attracts money while curbing impulsive spending or risk taking.
It is said that when you carry a piece of tiger’s eye, by the end of the day any deception will be revealed.
Healing and Magickal Uses
Body: Balances energy levels and the metabolism. Detoxifies the body. Aids energy flow throughout the body.
Mind: Reduces cravings and addictive behavior.
Magick: Protects from psychic attacks and psychic vampirism. Can be used in magickal workings to help the conservation of tigers and other big cats in the wild and care for them in conservation parks. Used in prosperity rituals. Aids in grounding.
Care and Cleansing
Recharge in late afternoon sun.
