Mahavir Gems

Cat's Eye

Cat's Eye Gemstones brings strength & prosperity;

The stone is also known by many other names, as Lehsunia, Vaidurya, Chrysoberyl and Cymophane (Waving Light - Greek).

Cat's eye stone is a gem is ruled by planet Ketu which is a shadow planet.

The cat's eye gemstone is found in honey color, yellowish green and black, however, there are many other shades to the gemstone. This gemstone comes in various colors.
The benefits of cat’s eye stone include enhanced wisdom and intellect. It is also known to bring materialistic comforts of life in the form of immense wealth in the wearer's life. Cat's eye stone safe guards its wearers from accidents, evil plans of foes and mishaps. It also saves people from physical weaknesses, impacts of evil spirits and mental imbalances created due to unknown fears. It helps to stabilize emotions, enhances senses and improves people's strength and abilities to deal with challenging situations. 

The prominent sources of cat's eye gemstones are Brazil, Burma, China, and Sri Lanka. The most sought after gem is Kanak Keth cat's eye stone also known as Chrysoberyl, which has a highly visual appealing appearance. Cat's eye stone enhances support, stability, courage, willpower and wisdom, and brings enlightenment towards the path to moksha (liberation). Cat's eye gem is also known for its power to attract sudden wealth and new opportunities. It is a stone for enhancing stability and support in one’s life. Cat's eye stone is a gem is ruled by planet Ketu. Cat's eye effects are also available in series of gemstones like tourmaline, apatite, enstatite, quartz, diopside etc...

There are lots of imitation cats eye also available in the market, so be aware.

In Vedic astrology, Cat's Eye is the gemstone for the Shadow planet 'Ketu' (also known as 'Dragon's Tail' as it is the headless lower body of the shadow planet Rahu). Cat's Eye is worn to nullify the malefic effects of Ketu in one's horoscope.