Everything you need to know about "Mugglestone" - Metaphysical associations, healing benefits, geological information, mineral composition, & more!
Tiger Iron, also known as "Mugglestone", is an eye-catching stone with pockets of tiger's eye that remind me of the character Venom as he's trying to escape the symbiote. It was named after the obvious inclusions of golden tiger's eye and iron-rich hematite. Tiger Iron is a wonderfully grounding stone with energies specifically focusing on the bottom three chakras; root, sacral, & solar. Found only in Western Australia, Tiger Iron was formed over 2.5 billion years ago before the Earth's atmosphere was full of oxygen. Keep reading to learn more about this unique stone and how to incorporate it's power into your daily practice!
Colors | yellow, gold, red, brown, grey | Streak | ​red/yellowish brown depending on area |
Hardness | 5.5 - 7 | Chemical Formula | ​n{Fe2O3} p{SiO2} |
Specific Gravity | 2.64 - 2.71 | Luster | vitreous, metallic |
Fracture | fibrous, splintery | Cleavage | none |
Transparency | opaque | Crystal System | trigonal |
Other Identifying Features | chatoyancy, banding | ​ | ​ |
Also Known As: Tiger's Eye Matrix, Mugglestone, Iron Warrior Stone
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The Formation & Composition of Tiger Iron
Being a banded iron formation (BIF), Tiger Iron likely began to form over 2.5 billion years ago. At this time, the Earth was still young and there was no oxygen except for the waste products of microscopic photosynthetic organisms called cyanobacteria. These bacteria lived in the sea and over time, their oxygen waste would react with dissolved iron within the water. The reaction would produce iron oxides and slowly form bands along the sea floor. After millions of years of heat and pressure, these bands became crystalized and were distorted from movements within the earth (which is why the bands aren't perfectly straight).
Banded iron formations can be found all over the world, which is why many people believe that Tiger Iron itself has many localities. This is actually inaccurate, true Tiger Iron can only be found in the Pilbara region of Western Australia and must contain hematite, jasper, and tiger's eye. Many of the other BIFs are known as jaspilite, which is an iron-rich mixture of jasper and (mainly) hematite.
The tigers eye portion of Tiger Iron is formed a bit differently. Crocidolite, also known as blue asbestos, grows in parallel fibers which over time are altered to iron oxides. Then, these fibers are replaced by silica (quartz), creating the beautiful chatoyant stone we know as tigers eye!
Healing Properties & Correspondences of Tiger Iron
​Zodiac | Capricorn, Leo |
Chakras | Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus |
Planets | Sun, Earth |
Elements | Earth, Fire |
As previously stated, Tiger Iron is an amalgamation of hematite, jasper, and tiger's eye, essentially bringing together the energies of each stone for a powerful and grounding experience.
To start, the tiger's eye in Tiger Iron gives you the definite "Eye of the Tiger". It will improve your self-confidence and personal will, allowing you to take more physical action and remain focused, bringing your dreams closer to reality.
The hematite in Tiger Iron is large part of why this stone is so grounding. It will help keep your mind clear, allowing you to be more open to ideas. Hematite also acts as a sort of magnet, attracting energy similar to your own.
Finally, the red jasper in Tiger Iron is great for increased focus, strength, & determination. It will keep you grounded & reduce procrastination, helping you into action to get things done. It is also great for endurance and mental fortitude.
Together, the three of these stones create a motivational stone that empowers you to express your creativity and ultimately get shit done. It reminds you that you can achieve anything through hard work, focus, & determination. Tiger Iron helps align your bottom three chakras (root, sacral, & solar), reinforcing groundedness, personal power, and mental clarity. Use it to flex your creative muscle, give up bad habits, and reinforce patterns of health like sticking to a diet or other program.
Key Words: grounding, manifestation, mental strength & clarity, opportunity, focus, creativity, patterns of health, "eye of the tiger"
Perfect Crystal Pairs for Tiger Iron
Pair Tiger Iron with these stones for the perfect synergy in the following aspects of your life:
Bronzite: protection from absorbing the emotions of others
Spider Jasper: enhance your strength & endurance
Heliodor: increase the confidence you have in your capabilities
Often Confused With...
Tiger's Eye
Other Banded Iron Formations
Determining the Quality of Tiger Iron
Color: color contrast, band thickness & intensity
Cutting Quality: the ability of the stone to take a polish, as well as the final result of the polish
Cleansing, Cleaning, & Cautions For Tiger Iron
Cleansing
Salt
Smoke
Sunlight
Moonlight
Other stones
Water (for short periods)
Cleaning
Use a soft cloth or brush with luke warm water and mild soap
Gently wipe dry directly after washing
Don't soak for long periods, but a quick wash is fine
Don't use any ultrasonic cleaners
Cautions
Due to it's formation process, Tiger's Eye may contain asbestos. It is not recommended for use in anything that will be consumed. Charge your working with tiger iron from outside the container!
Hematite will rust if exposed to water over a long period of time
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