Crystal Ball With Stand, Optical Glass 200mm

A 200 mm (20 cm) crystal ball made from K9 optical glass, supplied with a display stand. This is a large, clear glass sphere suited to decorative display, light refraction, and use as a focal object in meditation or contemplative practice.

What to Expect

• At 20 cm in diameter, this is a substantial piece — roughly the size of a large grapefruit. It has real visual presence on a shelf, mantelpiece, or table.
• K9 optical glass is highly transparent with minimal distortion, producing clear light refraction and inverted images of the surrounding room when viewed through the sphere.
• Weighs approximately 5.5 kg, giving it a satisfying heft and stability on its stand.
• The included stand keeps the ball securely positioned for display without risk of rolling.
• Creates interesting light patterns when placed near a window — the glass acts as a lens, bending and scattering incoming light across nearby surfaces.

K9 Optical Glass, Polished

K9 glass is a type of borosilicate crystal glass known for its clarity and optical properties. It is the same material used in quality lenses and prisms. The sphere is machine-polished to a smooth, flawless surface. It is not natural quartz crystal — it is manufactured glass, chosen for its superior transparency and consistency.

Placement and Care

Display on any flat, stable surface using the included stand. Clean with a soft, lint-free cloth — microfibre works well. Avoid abrasive cleaners. Important: do not place in direct sunlight. Like any glass sphere, it can focus sunlight into a concentrated beam and create a fire hazard. Keep away from windows where sustained, direct sun hits the surface.

Crystal Balls in History

Crystal gazing — sometimes called scrying — has appeared in various cultures across centuries. References appear in medieval European texts, and the practice was common among fortune tellers and diviners from the Middle Ages onward. The transparency and symmetry of a sphere made it a natural focal point for contemplation. Today, crystal balls are used by some as meditation aids, by others as striking decorative objects, and by photographers for creative refraction effects.

Size and Weight

Diameter: 20 cm. Weight: approximately 5.5 kg. This is a heavy glass object — handle with care and place on furniture that can comfortably support the weight. Made in China.

Common Questions

Is this crystal ball made from real quartz crystal?
No. It is made from K9 optical glass, which offers superior clarity and consistency compared to natural quartz. K9 glass is free of the inclusions and cloudiness that occur in natural crystal.

Can I safely display a crystal ball near a window?
Avoid direct, sustained sunlight. A glass sphere concentrates light and can pose a fire risk if sun hits it at the right angle for an extended period. Indirect light or a north-facing window is fine.

How large is a 200 mm crystal ball in person?
Twenty centimetres across — about the size of a large grapefruit or a small bowling ball. At 5.5 kg, it feels substantial in the hands.