{"product_id":"girasol-kugel-asterismus","title":"Girasol Sphere 28–48mm | Asterism and Inner Glow","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGirasol Sphere – milky-clear glow with star effect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details, you are purchasing one Girasol sphere; there are three sizes available:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: approx. 48mm (L) \/ 47mm (M) \/ 28mm (S) – approx. 1.9 \/ 1.85 \/ 1.1 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 162g (L) \/ 145g (M) \/ 32g (S)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Girasol – milky quartz with asterism (star effect)\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Sphere, highly polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hm-produktsatz\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGirasol sphere\u003c\/strong\u003e in a highly polished form, displaying a characteristic asterism within the milky-shimmering quartz that flashes as a star effect depending on the incidence of light. As a rare individual piece, it is wonderful as a decorative item for an altar or for quiet contemplation during meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eGirasol\u003c\/strong\u003e feels heavy and cool in the palm of your hand, and the milky-soft light within it involuntarily makes you take a deep breath. The three spheres differ wonderfully from one another: The large \u003cstrong\u003eL-sphere\u003c\/strong\u003e (approx. 48mm, 162g - photos no. 3+4) shows a clear \u003cstrong\u003easterism\u003c\/strong\u003e – i.e., a real star effect – and also contains a colored rainbow that flashes depending on the light. The \u003cstrong\u003eM-sphere\u003c\/strong\u003e (approx. 47mm, 155g - seen in photos no. 1+2 and in the video!) with a colorful rainbow and a strong star under focused lighting. The small \u003cstrong\u003eS-sphere\u003c\/strong\u003e (28mm, 32g - photos no. 5+6) is half translucent, with a spot that reflects light particularly strongly. The \u003cstrong\u003eeffect of Girasol\u003c\/strong\u003e is traditionally associated with inner clarity, gentle energy, and letting go of circular thoughts – a quiet companion for meditation, Reiki work, or simply for the desk when the day gets too loud. If you are looking to \u003cstrong\u003ebuy Girasol\u003c\/strong\u003e, you will find three very distinct characters here. In some cultures, it is considered the \"moonstone of quartz\" – its name is derived from the Spanish word for sunflower, due to the wandering sheen of light within it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg,#f0f4f8,#e8f0f5); border-left: 4px solid #8ab0c8; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 20px 24px; font-style: italic; font-size: 18px; color: #2d3748; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e💡 Affirmation: I let go of what troubles me – and trust in the light within me.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEffect and meaning of Girasol\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eChakra\u003c\/strong\u003e: Crown chakra – opens your view inward and promotes calm clarity of mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e♋ \u003cstrong\u003eZodiac sign\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cancer • Pisces – especially for those who feel deeply and sometimes need a quiet anchor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e🎁 \u003cstrong\u003eGift tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: A special gift for Reiki practitioners, meditators, or anyone looking to start a quieter phase – also beautiful as a baptism or birth gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about Girasol\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat makes Girasol so special and what is asterism?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGirasol is a milky variety of quartz (SiO₂) with a Mohs hardness of 7. The special feature: it contains finely distributed inclusions – usually microscopic hollow channels or liquid inclusions – that scatter light and thus create a soft, wandering glow. In particularly high-quality specimens, this results in a true \u003cstrong\u003easterism\u003c\/strong\u003e: a star-shaped light reflection that moves across the surface when the sphere is rotated. This is not an artificial effect, but a purely natural optical phenomenon resulting from the stone's internal structure. Girasol is sometimes referred to as \"blue quartz\" or \"moonstone quartz,\" although mineralogically it belongs clearly to the quartz family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow do I properly care for my Girasol sphere?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGirasol can be rinsed briefly with lukewarm water – as a quartz with a Mohs hardness of 7, it is water-resistant, but aggressive cleaners should be avoided. Moonlight is excellent for charging it – especially fitting, as Girasol is often associated with the spectrum of moon energy. Alternatively, place it on a selenite plate or cleanse it gently with Palo Santo or sage smoke. Direct, intense sunlight over many hours should be avoided, as it can affect the delicate appearance of some quartz varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow do I recognize real Girasol – and what distinguishes it from moonstone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReal Girasol feels cool, shows natural streaks, clouds, and internal structures – not a uniform, flawless mass. Anyone encountering homogeneously pale, heavy, or conspicuously symmetrical specimens that are too cheap should be cautious: sometimes simple milky quartz glass is offered as Girasol. Real natural stone always shows natural inclusions, crystal structures, or layering under strong light. Unlike moonstone – which belongs to the feldspar group and shows a different, stronger bluish-shimmering adularescence – the Girasol shimmer appears softer, more diffuse, and milky-warm. The Mohs hardness (7 for quartz vs. 6 for moonstone) is also a distinguishing feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eCan I see the star effect even in low light?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe asterism in Girasol is best highlighted by a point light source – a single lamp, a candle, or direct sunbeams show it most clearly. In diffuse daylight, you primarily see the soft overall shimmer. Among the spheres offered here, the star effect is particularly pronounced in the L-sphere: hold it under a point light source and turn it slowly – you will see how the star wanders across the surface. The M-sphere tends to show a gentle overall glow, while the S-sphere creates a distinct, concentrated light reflection at its brightest point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour selection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your favorite: A (L-sphere, 48mm, 162g – strongest asterism and rainbow), B (M-sphere, 47mm, 145g – almost completely clear, delicate glow), or C (S-sphere, 28mm, 32g – compact companion with a strong shimmer spot) – every single one is shown in the photos. You will receive exactly the one you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant more? 👉 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.happy-minerals.business\/search?q=girasol\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\" title=\"Buy Girasol at Happy Minerals\"\u003eDiscover all Girasol pieces at Happy Minerals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eDecorative items not included\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e📸 Our photos are taken under bright studio light to show you every detail. The colors may look slightly different in person – we are happy to send you photos in daylight upon request.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e🔮 Note: The described effects are based on tradition and experience and do not replace medical advice.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Minerals","offers":[{"title":"L","offer_id":53210673512776,"sku":"Gi-KU-L-162g","price":73.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":53210673545544,"sku":"Gi-KU-M-145g","price":73.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"S","offer_id":53210673578312,"sku":"Gi-KU-S-32g","price":21.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8978\/6696\/files\/girasol-kugel-milchig-transluzent-sternlicht-asterismus-happy-minerals.jpg?v=1789574881","url":"https:\/\/www.happy-minerals.business\/en\/products\/girasol-kugel-asterismus","provider":"Happy Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}