{"product_id":"smokey-sphere-with-rainbows","title":"Smokey quartz sphere with rainbows - f","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis translucent smoky quartz sphere is a striking and visually dynamic piece that combines soft smoky tones with vivid internal rainbow flashes and beautifully defined natural internal patterns. Carved into a perfectly balanced spherical form, it offers a sense of harmony and flow while revealing impressive depth when interacted with light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpertly polished to a high-gloss finish, the surface is smooth and reflective, enhancing the clarity and internal structure of the quartz. The stone displays a translucent smoky body ranging from pale grey to warm grey-brown tones, allowing light to pass through and activate the crystal’s internal features. Rather than being uniform, the interior reveals distinct natural formations that become highly visible when illuminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen light is shone through the sphere, striking internal patterns emerge throughout the crystal. These include layered veils, mineral traces, and fracture-defined structures that create bold contrasts and visual depth. Alongside these features, internal fractures catch the light to produce vivid rainbow flashes—prismatic bursts of colour that shift and move as the sphere is rotated, giving the piece a lively and ever-changing character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMineral: Quartz\u003cbr\u003eFormula: SiO₂\u003cbr\u003eColour: Pale smoky → translucent grey-brown\u003cbr\u003eCause of Colour: Natural irradiation affecting trace elements within the crystal\u003cbr\u003eLustre: Vitreous (glassy)\u003cbr\u003eTransparency: Translucent → semi-transparent\u003cbr\u003eStreak: White\u003cbr\u003eHardness: 7 (Mohs)\u003cbr\u003eFracture: Conchoidal\u003cbr\u003eCleavage: None\u003cbr\u003eDensity: ~2.65\u003cbr\u003eCrystal System: Trigonal\u003cbr\u003eHabit: Massive (carved and polished sphere)\u003cbr\u003eFormation: Igneous rocks \u0026amp; hydrothermal veins\u003cbr\u003eCommon Locations: Brazil, Madagascar, Switzerland, USA\u003cbr\u003eOptical:\u003cbr\u003eRefractive Index: ~1.54–1.55\u003cbr\u003eBirefringence: Low\u003cbr\u003eExtras:\u003cbr\u003eStrong internal rainbow flashes from natural fractures\u003cbr\u003eVisible layered internal patterns under light\u003cbr\u003eNatural inclusions, veils, and mineral traces\u003cbr\u003ePolished spherical carving\u003cbr\u003eEach piece is one-of-a-kind\u003cbr\u003eKey Features\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Natural Smoky Quartz\u003cbr\u003eFormation: Hand-polished sphere\u003cbr\u003eColor: Translucent smoky with rainbows and internal structures\u003cbr\u003eCrystal Habit: Carved sphere with veils, fractures, and mineral patterns\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Smooth, high polish\u003cbr\u003eShape: Perfect sphere\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 3.6 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 83 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003cbr\u003eSmoky quartz is a naturally occurring variety of quartz, with its colour formed through natural radiation interacting with trace elements within the crystal over geological time. This process produces its characteristic smoky tones, which range from light translucent greys to deeper earthy browns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis sphere contains a complex internal structure formed during crystal growth deep within hydrothermal environments. These features include layered veils, mineral traces, and internal fractures that become significantly more visible when light passes through the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe most dramatic aspect of this piece is its optical behaviour under light. Internal fractures refract light into rainbow spectra, producing vivid prismatic flashes that shift with movement. At the same time, the internal patterns create bold visual structure, giving the sphere a layered, almost landscape-like appearance when illuminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe spherical polish enhances these effects by allowing light to travel evenly through the crystal from all directions, revealing both subtle internal detail and high-impact rainbow reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eSmooth polished surface\u003cbr\u003eWell-formed spherical shape\u003cbr\u003eVisible internal patterns when backlit\u003cbr\u003eStrong rainbow flashes in natural fractures\u003cbr\u003eNo dyeing or artificial enhancement\u003cbr\u003eNatural variations in tone, clarity, and internal structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCare Instructions\u003cbr\u003eHandle with care to avoid chips or damage\u003cbr\u003eClean gently with a soft cloth or mild water\u003cbr\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight\u003cbr\u003eKeep away from harsh chemicals\u003cbr\u003eStore separately to protect the surface\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53713763336533,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_427be3d9-a66f-4110-b42d-db17d161508c.jpg?v=1776538233","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/smokey-sphere-with-rainbows","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}