For the days when forward movement requires more than willpower alone.
The stone: This talisman is made from AAA-quality tiger's eye, which is one of the most unusual gemstones in the world. A variety of quartz, it’s also a pseudomorph. It starts life as fibrous asbestos, which is slowly replaced by quartz crystals while retaining the same structure. The result is chatoyancy, an optical effect where a ray of light, like a cat’s pupil, seems to shift across the surface of the stone. Geologically, this stone is proof that transformation is possible.
Why tiger's eye for transformation: One thing becoming something else entirely, while retaining the same form: tiger’s eye is the physical embodiment of the potential for us all to transform without losing our essential selves. In European folk traditions, the chatoyant effect was also important. It was associated with watchfulness and focus — just what’s required of us to change for the better.
The talisman: Wear this as a reminder that change is possible. Even in the grinding middle, when nothing seems to be working, it serves as a reminder that the end is in sight.
Materials: AAA-quality tiger's eye beads, vegan silk, sterling silver or gold-filled fastenings
Length: 16 inches Construction: Hand-strung and finished with durable fastenings for longevity
Lead Time: Gold filled: available now. Silver, 14k gold: 2 weeks.
For the days when forward movement requires more than willpower alone.
The stone: This talisman is made from AAA-quality tiger's eye, which is one of the most unusual gemstones in the world. A variety of quartz, it’s also a pseudomorph. It starts life as fibrous asbestos, which is slowly replaced by quartz crystals while retaining the same structure. The result is chatoyancy, an optical effect where a ray of light, like a cat’s pupil, seems to shift across the surface of the stone. Geologically, this stone is proof that transformation is possible.
Why tiger's eye for transformation: One thing becoming something else entirely, while retaining the same form: tiger’s eye is the physical embodiment of the potential for us all to transform without losing our essential selves. In European folk traditions, the chatoyant effect was also important. It was associated with watchfulness and focus — just what’s required of us to change for the better.
The talisman: Wear this as a reminder that change is possible. Even in the grinding middle, when nothing seems to be working, it serves as a reminder that the end is in sight.
Materials: AAA-quality tiger's eye beads, vegan silk, sterling silver or gold-filled fastenings
Length: 16 inches Construction: Hand-strung and finished with durable fastenings for longevity
Lead Time: Gold filled: available now. Silver, 14k gold: 2 weeks.
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