{"product_id":"girasol-kugel-asterismus","title":"Girasol Sphere 28–48mm | Asterism and Inner Glow","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGirasol Sphere – Milky-Clear Radiance with Star Effect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details, you are buying a Girasol sphere, available in three sizes:\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\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eGirasol\u003c\/strong\u003e feels heavy and cool in the palm of your hand, and the milky-soft light within it instinctively makes you breathe a sigh of relief. The three spheres differ wonderfully from each other: The large L-sphere (48mm, 162g) shows a distinct \u003cstrong\u003easterism\u003c\/strong\u003e – a true star effect – and also contains a colored rainbow that flashes depending on the light incidence. The M-sphere (47mm, 145g) is almost completely clear with a delicate shimmer, colorful rainbows, and a softer star. The small S-sphere (28mm, 32g) is half translucent, with one 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 recurring thoughts – a silent companion for meditation, Reiki work, or simply for the desk when the day gets too loud. For those looking to buy Girasol, here are three very unique characters. In some cultures, it is considered the \"Moonstone of Quartz\" – its name is derived from the Spanish word for sunflower, due to the wandering light inside 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 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 the inner gaze 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 a lot and sometimes need a quiet anchor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e🎁 \u003cstrong\u003eGift Idea\u003c\/strong\u003e: A special gift for Reiki practitioners, meditators, or anyone looking to usher in 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 thing about it: It contains finely distributed inclusions – mostly microscopic hollow channels or fluid inclusions – that scatter light, creating a soft, wandering sheen. 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 as the sphere is rotated. This is not a processing effect, but a purely natural optical phenomenon that arises from the internal structure of the stone. Girasol is sometimes also referred to as \"Blue Quartz\" or \"Moonstone Quartz,\" although mineralogically it clearly belongs 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 briefly rinsed with lukewarm water – as quartz with a Mohs hardness of 7, it is water-resistant, but aggressive cleaners should be avoided. Moonlight is excellent for charging – especially fitting, as Girasol is often associated with the lunar energy spectrum. Alternatively, place it on a selenite plate or gently smudge with palo santo or sage. Direct, intense sunlight for 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. If you come across uniformly pale, heavy, or strikingly symmetrical specimens that are too cheap, be careful: sometimes simple milky quartz glass is offered as Girasol. Real natural stone always shows natural inclusions, crystal structures, or layering under strong light. In contrast to moonstone – which belongs to the feldspar group and shows a different, more 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\"\u003eDo 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 most pronounced with a pinpoint light source – a single lamp, a candle, or direct sunlight show it most clearly. In diffuse daylight, you primarily see the soft overall shimmer. With the spheres offered here, the star effect is particularly well developed in the L-sphere: Hold it under a pinpoint light source and rotate it slowly – you will see how the star moves across the surface. The M-sphere shows more of the gentle overall sheen, 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 strong shimmer spot) – each 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.com\/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 in bright studio light to show you every detail. The colors may appear slightly different in real life – we are happy to send you daylight pictures 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":"A","offer_id":53210673512776,"sku":"Gi-KU-L-162g","price":73.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"B","offer_id":53210673545544,"sku":"Gi-KU-M-145g","price":73.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"C","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-set-sonnenlicht-happy-minerals.jpg?v=1780238751","url":"https:\/\/www.happy-minerals.com\/en\/products\/girasol-kugel-asterismus","provider":"Happy Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}