Often, the humble Crystal Ball is lauded for its mystifying divination powers. The common image of a gypsy fortune teller peering into the sphere to predict your destiny is merely one facet of this potent symbol.
Its mention in the book of revelations and its association with King Arthur, who sought Merlin the Magician's counsel and prognostications through his crystal ball, are notable.
During the middle ages, Scryers (fortune tellers) held their crystal balls in high regard, typically bequeathing them to their apprentices. Crystals, regarded as a conduit for divine communication, have been consistently used in communications as seen in present-day radios, telephones, and computers.
The significance of crystal balls as crucial tools may be attributable to their inherent attributes like transparency and symmetry. Moreover, it is believed that the energy fields of crystals and gemstones subtly and esoterically impact what the scryer perceives.
Caution!
It's worth mentioning, albeit seemingly obvious, that due to the optical properties of crystal balls, leaving them in direct sunlight can pose a slight fire risk.
Material / Ingredients
Optical Glass