"EYE OF THE STORM" – Museum-Grade Yooperlite Sphere (2.66")
Handcrafted by Erik Rintamaki | $3,000
Own a true masterpiece of the Upper Peninsula. Personally crafted at my workshop in Brimley, Michigan, "EYE OF THE STORM" is one of the most brilliantly saturated, Sodalite-heavy Yooperlite spheres I have ever created.
The name says it all. When hit with a longwave UV light, this extraordinary sphere reveals a breathtaking, swirling vortex of fiery orange illumination wrapping around a deep, dramatic center—perfectly mimicking the powerful eye of a cosmic storm.
The Story Behind the Stone
This isn’t just a specimen; it’s a piece of Great Lakes history. The rare, premium rough stone was discovered in 2025 by my close friend James, right on the pristine shores of Lake Superior at the iconic Mouth of the Two Hearted River. From that raw find, I have meticulously cut, shaped, and polished this piece to a flawless, mirror-like finish that feels incredible in the hand and looks spectacular on display.
Specifications & Details
Artist/Lapidary: Erik Rintamaki (Discoverer of Yooperlites)
Dimensions: 2.66 inches / 67.5mm
Origin: Mouth of the Two Hearted River, Lake Superior, Michigan (Found in 2025)
Composition: Syenite rich with highly fluorescent Sodalite
Quality: Museum-Grade / Ultra-Loaded Fluorescence
Why This Piece is an Investment
Unmatched Brilliance: This sphere boasts an incredibly high concentration of Sodalite, creating an intense, fiery glow under UV light that completely outshines standard specimens.
Master Craftsmanship: Cut and polished by the man who put Yooperlites on the map. The spherical symmetry is flawless, designed to showcase the "storm" pattern from multiple viewing angles.
Collector's Pedigree: Complete with an undeniable provenance (the year, the exact famous location, and the craftsman), making it a crown jewel for any high-end mineral collection or luxury interior space.
Please Note: To experience the jaw-dropping fluorescent orange glow as pictured, a 365nm longwave UV light (filtered) is highly recommended.
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