Eye of tiger

Tiger's Eye is a mysterious stone with unique colors. Worn by warriors in battle, this stone gives you power and confidence.

Origin

Tiger's Eye was originally named "Oculus Belus". Oculus means Eye and Belus was the name of the god of fortune. This stone has brought luck, protection and wealth for millennia. Mined in South Africa during the 19th century, Tiger's Eye was extremely rare and sold at the price of precious stones. A century later, other deposits in North Africa will lower the price of the stone to bring it to the rank of semi-precious stone.

Composition

Tiger's Eye belongs to the quartzite family. It consists of silicon dioxide, in other words Quartz, amphibole and hematite. On the Mohs scale, its hardness is 7 and its specific gravity is 2.68. Its color varying from golden to brown can be translucent or opaque.

Worthy

The virtues of this stone would be numerous. In connection with the earth, it would contribute to the good health of the joints. It would reduce headaches and aid digestion. By bringing power and courage, it would remove the negative and allow to move forward with will and determination.

Go to the Shop

Corentin Von Kaenel has always loved geometry, precision, and the notion of proportion. He started humbly in a small workshop in Sainte-Croix, investing in conventional machines to develop his business and his know-how. In 2022, he proudly opened his own business, dedicated to creating jewelry and luxury products. A journey marked by passion and determination, which has shaped his destiny in the world of creation and precision.

When craftsmanship meets excellence, luxury becomes a work of art.

In October 2022, after 8 months of research and development, its first project saw the light of day. Marrying the concept of interchangeability to a symbol that is dear to it, the objective was clear: To offer its customers a product that adapts to every moment of life, while maintaining high-end aesthetic criteria.

Values

Respect for traditions, innovation, and know-how guide the way in which its creations are designed and manufactured. These values combine to create products of excellence, where aesthetics, creativity and craftsmanship are at the heart of its approach.

The workshops are located in Sainte-Croix, a Swiss commune located on the balcony of the Jura.

Considered the cradle of excellence in artistic mechanics, music boxes and watchmaking, this town offers limitless creative openness.

CVK places a high priority on ethics.

The traceability of materials, whether metals or precious stones, is essential. Partner companies that work with precious materials are certified by the RJC.

Swiss Made

Swiss goldsmiths and jewelers proudly displaying the “Ecological Gold” label are committed to creating exceptional jewelry without using precious metals extracted from mines. Their semi-finished materials come from a source certified by the Responsible Jewelery Council (RJC) of London, ensuring the exclusive use of recycled precious metal. This approach respects both our commitment to geographical standards protected by Swiss and international laws and treaties, while maintaining quality and authenticity in our creations, in accordance with Swiss Made requirements.