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Storm Glass in Drop Shape 16.3 x 7.7 cm Glass Barometer with Crystals on Wooden Base Transparent Table Decoration

Storm Glass in Drop Shape 16.3 x 7.7 cm Glass Barometer with Crystals on Wooden Base Transparent Table Decoration

Glass drop with liquid in which crystals form according to the weather and temperature. It stands on a wooden base and decorates a desk, shelf, or window. Full description
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Storm Glass in Drop Shape 16.3 x 7.7 cm Glass Barometer with Crystals on Wooden Base Transparent Table Decoration

The Storm Glass is a traditional tool that indicates the weather based on the state of the crystals in the liquid. This medium-sized drop made of clear glass has a height of 16.3 cm and a diameter of 7.7 cm, standing on a wooden base. Inside is a sealed mixture of distilled water, alcohol, potassium nitrate, ammonium chloride, and camphor. With changes in temperature and weather, white crystals form, dissolve, and grow again within it. This means that each view of the glass is slightly different, and the decoration never looks the same.

Based on the appearance of the liquid and crystals, one can estimate what to expect. Clear liquid indicates clear weather, cloudy liquid suggests overcast conditions, and tiny stars in the liquid may herald snow. Large flake-like crystals at the bottom relate to cooler weather, while fluffy feather-like formations indicate upcoming changes. It is an interesting demonstration of crystallisation that can be observed day by day. The drop shape with a slender elongated neck appears elegant and clean. The glass is transparent, allowing the crystals to be seen clearly from all sides.

  • Type – Storm Glass in Drop Shape
  • Height of the Bulb – 16.3 cm
  • Diameter of the Bulb – 7.7 cm
  • Dimensions of the Base – 7.8 x 7.8 x 1.7 cm
  • Material – glass and wooden base
  • Filling – mixture of distilled water, alcohol, potassium nitrate, ammonium chloride, and camphor
  • Colour – transparent bulb with white crystals and natural wood
  • Contents of the Package – glass drop with filling and wooden base

The medium-sized drop is suitable for a desk, bookshelf, bedside table, or windowsill, where it does not take up much space yet remains highly visible. Place the glass in a stable location out of reach of children and pets. The crystals primarily react to temperature, making it interesting to observe them by the window, where they change the most. Do not open or tilt the bulb; the filling is meant for observation only. Dust can be wiped away with a dry or slightly damp cloth. After moving to a new location or unpacking, allow the glass a few days for the crystals to settle and start reacting to the room's conditions. In direct sunlight and near heating, the liquid may clear and the crystals dissolve, whereas in a cooler room, there tend to be more of them.

The Storm Glass combines decoration and a small natural science curiosity in one item. The drop with a height of 16.3 cm on a base measuring 7.8 x 7.8 x 1.7 cm appears modest and fits both modern and classic interiors. The crystals within change throughout the year, offering a new view continually. It also makes a lovely gift for birthdays, Christmas, or as a thoughtful gesture for a colleague in the office. It will delight anyone who appreciates unusual decorations and keeps an eye on the weather.

Price incl. VAT €95.15