Tiger's Eye
Golden-brown silky quartz with a moving band of light – a classic crystal lore stone of courage and focus.
Pietersite
Also known as: Tempest stone
Stormy swirls of blue and gold chatoyant quartz, first found in Namibia – nicknamed the 'tempest stone'.
- ColourBlue, Gold, Brown, Red
- Mineral groupQuartz (brecciated tiger's eye / hawk's eye)
- ChemistrySiO₂
- Hardness (Mohs)6.5–7
- Crystal systemTrigonal (massive)
- Where it's foundNamibia, China
- ChakraThird Eye, Solar Plexus
- ZodiacSagittarius
What is Pietersite?
Pietersite astrology & birthstone
- Zodiac signsSagittarius
- Ruling planet—
- ElementAir
- Birthstone month—
Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.
Pietersite meaning & traditional properties
- Courage
- Insight
- Change
Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.
How to use Pietersite
How to care for Pietersite
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Wear it & work with it
Pietersite jewellery & pendulums
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Pietersite FAQs
What is pietersite?
A brecciated form of tiger's eye and hawk's eye with swirling chatoyancy.
Who is pietersite named after?
Sid Pieters, who described it in Namibia.
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