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chatoyant

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chatoyant [shə′tȯi·ənt]
(mineralogy)
Of a mineral or gemstone, having a changeable luster or color marked by a band of light, resembling the eye of a cat in this respect.
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s Eye This gem is commonly used to focus the mind and it is also believed to offer protection during travel, and is considered the most popular chatoyant gem.
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