{"product_id":"tiger-fire-yooperlites-sphere-by-erik-rintamaki","title":"\"TIGER FIRE\" Yooperlites Sphere by Erik Rintamaki","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"TIGER FIRE\" Yooperlites Sphere – 2.2\" Rare Linear Bands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Handcrafted by the Original Discoverer, Erik Rintamaki\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Collector Price: $225\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Introducing one of the most uniquely patterned pieces from my latest collection: \"TIGER FIRE.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Expertly cut and shaped at my shop in Brimley, Michigan, this 2.2-inch (56mm) sphere features a highly unusual, beautifully structured layout of fluorescent Sodalite that you rarely see in Yooperlite stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Instead of the typical scattered spots or heavy blocks of color, the ultra-bright Sodalite clasts in this stone form distinct, linear bands. When hit with a longwave UV light, these fiery orange streaks slash across a deep, dark Syenite matrix, mimicking the fierce and beautiful stripe pattern of a tiger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Specifications \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Artist\/Lapidary: Erik Rintamaki (The man who discovered and named Yooperlites)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Dimensions: 2.2 inches \/ 56mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Composition: Syenite matrix woven with highly reactive, linear fluorescent Sodalite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Quality: Premium Polish \/ Rare \"Tiger Stripe\" Pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Natural Light Profile: A glossy, deep granite-grey and black stone with subtle natural patterns that give no hint of the wild transformation waiting under the UV light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Why This Piece is Special\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Rare Linearity: The mineral alignment in the rough stone created a natural directional flow, giving this sphere its aggressive, beautiful \"striping\" effect rather than random spotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Flawless Rintamaki Finish: Meticulously hand-polished to a smooth, mirror-like finish that catches natural light beautifully before completely transforming under UV light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​The Perfect Cabinet Size: At 2.2 inches, it is an ideal size for display cases, standard mineral stands, or as a high-end conversation piece for an office desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Collector Note: To witness the intense, fiery orange \"Tiger Stripes\" exactly as pictured, a high-quality 365nm longwave filtered UV flashlight is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Capture the wild energy of \"TIGER FIRE.\" Secure this unique Rintamaki master-cut today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yooperlites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51542129705238,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0046\/3578\/7333\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_e88e57e0-8ffb-4b09-9cd0-cfcc74bf700c.jpg?v=1783801004","url":"https:\/\/store.yooperlites.com\/products\/tiger-fire-yooperlites-sphere-by-erik-rintamaki","provider":"Yooperlites","version":"1.0","type":"link"}