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CAT'S EYES

Overview:    Cat's Eye harmonizes Ketu which is traditionally known as the "Tail of the Dragon". It is an aluminate of beryllium- a mixture of aluminum and beryllium having traces of oxide of iron and chromium. This is one of many stones that exhibit a phenomena effect involving a reflected line down the center of the stone when viewed in direct light.

Cat's-eyes are especially popular in men's jewelry. Cat's-eye chrysoberyl, a cousin of color-changing Alexandrite, is a variety of chrysoberyl which has a distinct band of light across its face which sweeps from side to side.

Usage: Cat’s Eye stimulates awareness and intuition.This gem will protect the wearer from all the types of mysterious dangers and diseases.Wearing a cat's eye increases physical strength, radiance, stamina, happiness, wealth and the joy of progeny. Protects against witchcraft and death.

Occurrence: India, Sri Lanka, Burma, Brazil, Myanmar, and China are places of Cat's Eye occurrences.

Cat's Eyes

Cats Eye

Physical Properties

Coloryellow, green, brown, gold color
Hardness8.5
Specific Gravity
3.68 - 3.78
Refractive index 1.742 -1.757

Cat's Eyes

 Sign of Cat's Eyes - Pisces

November - Birthstone