Cats
Eye Stone Meaning
Also
known as Lehsunia Stone, Vaiduryam Stone, or Vaiduria in Hindi, Cat’s Eye is a
valuable gemstone that belongs to the chrysoberyl mineral family. It is
renowned for its unique optical phenomenon called chatoyancy, which resembles
the slit eye of a cat, lending the gemstone its name. The chatoyancy effect in
an original Cat’s Eye stone is a result of parallel fibrous or needle-like
inclusions within the stone, which interact with light to create the appearance
of a distinct line or band of light moving across the surface. The intensity
and color of the chatoyancy effect can vary depending on the mineral
composition, with the finest specimens displaying a sharp and vivid band of
light.
Astrologically,
the Lahsuniya Ratna represents Ketu—one of the nine celestial bodies of the
Navagrahas in Vedic astrology. Although Ketu, a shadow planet, is linked with
spirituality, liberation, karmic patterns, and mystical experiences, its
negative influence can create challenges in life if it is poorly placed in an
individual's birth chart. This can lead to difficult situations, with its
negative effects amplified when Ketu is positioned incorrectly or afflicted by
enemy planets like the Sun, Moon, Mars, or Saturn.
The
Cat’s Eye (in grey, black, or smoky hues) is a vital gemstone used to correct
the ill-placed Ketu's dasha, which can last up to seven years. Wearing this
gemstone is believed to reduce the number of obstacles and difficulties
encountered during this period. While the gemstone offers many benefits, its
astral effects are particularly noted in Vedic astrology. It is said that
Ketu's negative impact can be mitigated, allowing one to awaken its positive
aspects and avoid misfortunes. The Cat’s Eye is also known as the June
birthstone.
Gemstone
and Astrologer
- Planet-
Ketu
- Vedic
Rashi- Kumbha or कुंभ राशि (Aquarius) and Vrishchika or वृश्चिक राशि
(Scorpio)
- Western
Sun Sign-Scorpio
- Friendly
Planets- Venus, Mercury, Saturn & Rahu
- Enemy
Planets- Sun, Moon and Mars
How
to wear Cat’s Eye stone?
Carat
weight | 1/10th
of the body weight |
Color | Grey,
Green, Orange, and smoky |
Metal | Iron
is best suitable. One can also wear cat eye gemstones in sterling silver, gold
or panchdhatu |
Finger | The
middle finger of the dominant hand |
Day
& Time | Saturday
(First hour of the Sunrise) |
Vedic
Mantra & Chanting Times | Om
Kem Ketvey Namah (ॐ कें केतवे नमःI)
108 times |
Types
of Cat's Eye Stone
The
Cat's Eye gemstone is found in several varieties worldwide, with the chrysoberyl
Cat’s Eye being the most common. This unique variety, typically ranging from
golden-yellow to greenish-yellow in color, displays a captivating chatoyancy
effect. This striking visual phenomenon features distinct textures gliding
across the surface of the stone, particularly in high-quality specimens from
Sri Lanka, India, Brazil, Burma, and Madagascar.
However,
there are other types of this remarkable gemstone that are less frequently
discussed. It is important to note that certain varieties of quartz, such as Tiger's
Eye, also exhibit a similar chatoyant effect. Despite this, in astrology, the
term "chatoyant effect" specifically refers to the chrysoberyl Cat’s
Eye gemstone. Below are some of the notable types of Cat's Eye gemstones:

Cat’s
Eye Moonstone

Cat’s
Eye Opal

Cat’s
Eye Quartz

Chrysoberyl
Cat’s Eye
Cat’s
Eye Moonstone:
Found in shades of greyish-white, yellowish-brown, or green, Cat’s Eye
Moonstone promotes a peaceful mental state, fostering wealth and prosperity in
one's life. It also encourages emotional stability and enhances love.|
Cat’s
Eye Opal:
Known for its vibrant brown to orange shades, Cat’s Eye Opal (or Cat's Eye Fire
Opal) showcases mesmerizing chatoyancy in hues of orange, red, yellow, green,
blue, and violet. The intensity of these colors varies depending on the
gemstone’s unique composition. Offers a collection of vibrant Cat’s Eye Opal
gemstones, ranging from 0.85 carats to 2.34 carats.
Cat’s
Eye Quartz: Cat’s
Eye Quartz refers to topazes that are treated with neutron irradiation,
typically producing the dark-colored London Blue variety.
Chrysoberyl
Cat’s Eye:
This variety is regarded as the best Cat’s Eye stone, both from an astrological
and aesthetic standpoint. The name Chrysoberyl comes from the Greek word
“chrysos,” meaning golden, and “beryllos,” referring to a sea-green stone. It
is known for its remarkable transparent to translucent yellowish-green effects,
making it a highly coveted gemstone.