Wonderful slice carved from a first quality Tiger's Eyes with strong flashes Origin: Brazil Size: 20.4 X 9.8 X 2.3 Cm Weight: 699 Gm Disclaimer about the healing properties stated above: It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. Catawiki and we cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment. TIGER’S EYES KEYWORDS -Protection -Clear thinking -Integrity -Willpower -Grounding -Power -Courage Tiger’s Eye is a most ancient talisman, mysterious and powerful, revered and feared – an “all-seeing all-knowing eye,” thought to grant a wearer the ability to observe everything It was chosen by the Egyptians for the eyes in their deity statues to express divine vision and was believed to provide the protection of the sun and earth combined, of Ra, the sun god and Geb, god of the growing land. Linked to the magical tiger, the king of beasts in Eastern mythology, Tiger’s Eye portrayed courage, integrity and right use of power. It has been highly regarded throughout history as a stone of prosperity and good luck, protecting one’s resources and reflecting back malice or threats from other Tiger’s Eyes has the power to focus the mind, promoting mental clarity, assisting us to resolve problems objectively and unclouded by emotions. Useful for recognizing one’s own needs in relation to the needs of others. Balancing yin-yang and energizing the emotional body, Tiger Eye stabilizes mood swings, imbues us with willpower, purpose, courage and self-confidence, and releases tension. This stone is a remarkable ally for the mind, balancing emotional extremes and allowing scattered thoughts, feelings and information to come together in a way that makes sense. It brings focus and stability, enabling one to make decisions from a place of reason rather than emotion. Tiger’s Eye is ideal for those who find it difficult to remain optimistic because it can stimulate hope and confidence for the future.