Some Basic Knowledge about Cats Eye Beads

Fiber optic cat's eye beads get this name because a narrow band of concentrated light goes across the width of the stone and the light refraction resembles the center of a cat's eye. It's this shiny cat eye look that make them desirable as jewelry beads. This effect is caused by inclusions of slender parallel mineral fibers in the gemstone that reflect light and is also called chatoyancy.

The cat’s eye comes in many different colors such as gray, green, yellow, red, blue, brown, black and white and it is usually opaque or translucent in transparency. Cat's eye beads can also been made artificially by fusing quartz fibers together and make the perfect jewelry beads. The color of cat eye beads is shiny and they refract light. When looking at them from different angles, they will change their appearance.

In terms of the spirit value, they are believed to induce positive thoughts and help promote tolerance and harmony. They are said to promote on concentration and the ability to learn and to help the wearer. In addition, this brings a peace of mind and a clearer thinking and increased self-confidence can help one become more understanding of the fact that they have everything they already need to succeed.

For most cat’s Eye lovers, cat eyes beads are often worn on a ring or as part of a European charm bracelet. Many people like cat’s eye because of its optical illusion as while wearing them , the bead creates a stylish movement. It is also said that it can help the people to foster wisdom and some also believes its connotation with a cat means crafty or sly, thus if you are looking for a unique and interesting piece of ornamental jewelry, you can take cat’s eye into consideration.