Bismuth rainbow crystal

Endless beauty in each piece. A classic piece for every natural history collection, Bismuth, periodic table element 83, is known best for its multicolour formations of a deep, staircase-like structure. These fractal patterns are known as hopper crystals, identifiable by their hollow step lattices.

This specimen is safe to handle.

4-6cm. Ethically sourced, Bismuth crystal. Sold individually. Optional black film display case.

SIZE + QUALITY:

Each crystal is unique and beautiful, the crystal pictured here is an example. The pictures represent the quality & sizing you can expect to receive. We cleanse, pack and send each of our pieces to you with the utmost care and love. Our crystals are ethically sourced from the highest grade around the world and checked by our resident geologist.

BISMUTH:

Bismuth is a very rare metal (8 times more rare than silver) that occurs naturally. When bismuth cools it forms in a rhombohedral structure with the edges of the formation crystallizing at a much faster rate than the center of the faces. This pulls material away from the interior and leaves gaps in the structure, causing the final product to appear hollow.  As the bismuth cools and oxidizes, the surface produces the beautiful rainbow colour effect. 

Bismuth relieves feelings of loneliness or isolation. It is a stone of transformation and change, helping to adapt to change with calm assurance. Bismuth encourages cohesiveness, so would be very helpful in group and/or relationship dynamics.