CAT’S EYE
Cat’s Eye harmonizes Ketu which is traditionally known as the “tail of the dragon”. In Jyotish, Ketu is the descending node of Chandra (Moon). It’s influences are similar to Mangal or Mars and include liberation, abstract thinking, asceticism, non-attachment, healing, moksha–enlightenment, wisdom and that which is hidden. Ketu’s influence in the physiology is represented by the tail of the caudate. It’s influence is over learning and emotions. It’s wearing removes physical weakness. Mental worries are removed. If cat’s eye acts favorably, it makes one a wealthy person.
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Gemological Properties
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Cat’s Eye
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| Chemical Composition | Al2(BeO4) Beryllium Aluminum Oxide |
| Color | Light greenish yellow, green, brownish green, brownish yellow, brown |
| Hardness | 8.5 |
| Refractive Index | 1.744- 1.755 |
| Species | Chrysoberyl |
| Density | 3.70- 3.72 |
| Birefringence | 0.011 double refractive |
| Occurence | Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Brazil, China, Russia |
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Astrological-Healing Properties
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Cat’s Eye
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| Planet | Ketu |
| Cosmic Color | infra-red |
| Number | 7 |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | After Sunset |
| Chakra | 2nd, Ajna |
| Ketu Mantra | “Aum kem ketave namah” repeated 18 times at the time of wearing the Ketu talisman. |
| Element | water |
| Sign | Pisces |
| Sanskrit Names | Ketu-ratna, Ketu’s gem, Vaidurya, Cat’s eye, Sutra-mani. |