The "Eye" in Stone: The Wonder of Gems and Rocks.
The eyes are often likened to the windows to the soul, and their beauty and verve can attract attention. Not only humans and animals have eyes, but there are also special stones in nature that get their name from the characteristics that resemble eyes. These stones are often prized for their unique beauty.
1.Opal (cat's eye）：
Features: It has a cat's eye effect, that is, a narrow and bright reflective band will appear on the surface under the light, and the effect is like a cat's eye.
Origin: The true cat's-eye effect of chrysoberyl is found in Sri Lanka.
2.Tiger's Eye:
Composition: The main ingredient is silica, i.e. quartz.
Description: A variant of xylolithine with a tough texture and a microfibrous structure.
3.Eagle Eye Stone:
Description: It is a blue variant produced during the silicification of tiger's eye.
4.Rainbow Eye Obsidian:
Description: A well-known variety of obsidian that contains stripes of rainbow glitter that form a single or double eye shape.
5.Tianyan Stone:
Description: Formed during the earth's diagenetic movement and sedimentary breeding, it has a unique striated eye morphology.
6.Nine-Eyed Stone Shale:
Description: Contains jade and agate ingredients, has a natural regular pattern, and is often seen in the shape of an eyeball, which is said to ward off evil spirits.
Cultural significance: The nine-eyed stone shale after pondering is called dzi, which is a sacred relic in Buddhism.
Not only are these beautiful "eye stones" sought after for their appearance, they also often carry a wealth of cultural and religious significance, making them valuable items to treasure and wear.