{"product_id":"raw-silicon-carbide-crystal-on-wooden-base","title":"Silicon Carbide Crystal on Wooden Base","description":"\u003ch4\u003eSilicon Carbide Crystal on Wooden Base\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking display piece with a dark, metallic-looking surface and flashes of purple, pink, green, blue and gold. This silicon carbide crystal has an elongated, irregular shape with jagged edges and layered, ridged textures that catch the light from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted upright on a warm reddish-brown wooden base, it makes an eye-catching addition to a shelf, desk or crystal display. The contrast between the rainbow sheen and the smooth wooden stand gives this piece a distinctive sculptural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePhysical Properties\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: silicon carbide, also known as carborundum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChemical formula: SiC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: approximately 9–9.5 on the Mohs scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppearance: dark grey to black with a metallic-looking, iridescent sheen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTexture: rough, layered crystal surfaces with angular edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCrystal Properties\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn contemporary crystal traditions, carborundum is sometimes associated with protection, resilience and energetic balance. It may be used as a symbolic focus for meditation or personal intention. These associations are spiritual beliefs rather than scientifically proven effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: silicon carbide (carborundum).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: rough crystal display piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: mounted upright on a wooden base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColours: dark metallic tones with purple, pink, green, blue and gold iridescence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for decorative display or a crystal collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle gently by the base and avoid knocking the crystal edges. Although silicon carbide is very hard, the projecting crystal features can be fragile. Dust carefully with a soft brush and keep the wooden base dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIridescent colours change with the viewing angle and lighting and may appear different on screen. Rough crystal textures and irregular edges are part of the piece's character.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rock \u0026 Fossil Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55032768921933,"sku":"WMDIJ","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0120\/7117\/files\/Silicon_Carbide_Crystal_on_Wooden_Base_1_WMDIJ.jpg?v=1791889229","url":"https:\/\/www.rockandfossilshop.co.uk\/products\/raw-silicon-carbide-crystal-on-wooden-base","provider":"The Rock \u0026 Fossil Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}