Tiger's eye rates 7 on the Mohs scale, the same as quartz. Put simply, it is tough enough for a pendant or a ring treated with some respect, but it will collect scratches if it knocks against hard surfaces every day, and a harder gem in the same box will mark it.

This is a natural tiger's eye of 28.65 carats, golden brown, reference AG-00048. At this weight it is a substantial piece, and a pendant or a wide silver ring shows off the banding best.

On treatment: most tiger's eye is left as it is, but red and some blue colours come from heating or dye. Golden brown is the natural look, yet we still suggest you ask; message us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know. An independent lab test is your option.

To care for it, wipe it with a damp cloth, avoid harsh chemicals, and keep it in a pouch. See more in the tiger eye range.

Open the parcel and look before paying; Karachi usually receives it in 1–2 working days, other cities in 2–4, and returns are accepted within 7 days. Read our tiger eye guide.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural tiger eye with a weight of 28.65 Carat. Its price is Rs. 2,400 — roughly Rs. 84 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference AG-00048 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

Above twelve carats you are into collector territory. Pieces this heavy are usually set as pendants or kept loose, and they are prized for the size of rough they came from. If you do set it, choose a bezel or a heavy claw to protect the edges.

On the Mohs scale tiger eye rates 7. It handles daily wear, but a hard knock can still nick an exposed corner, so a protective setting is a sensible choice. Clean it with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and keep it away from abrasive cleaners and high heat.

Whoever you buy tiger eye from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every tiger eye for those three points before it is listed, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. No lab report yet; independent testing welcome. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Tiger eye is usually untreated; red and some blue colours are produced by heating or dyeing. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.