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2-inch .999 Pure Copper Sphere Paperweight with Display Base
Reviews
4.4/ 5
- 5 stars 8
- 4 stars 1
- 3 stars 1
- 2 stars 0
- 1 star 1
- Brand
- MINT STATE GOLD
Product review
This item is a solid, two-inch sphere crafted from .999 fine copper. The ball is sold as a single, smooth orb of high-purity copper with a polished, reflective finish. Its diameter measures approximately 2 inches, giving it a dense, palm-filling weight that many owners use for display or manual exercises.
Included in the package is a branded display base meant to cradle the sphere and a Mint State Gold velvet protective pouch that helps prevent scratches when not on display. The pouch and base are packed together for presentation and storage; a certificate or purchase paperwork may also be included inside the packaging depending on the seller.
The copper material is noted for conducting heat and electricity, which is why many buyers mention its use as an energy channeling or grounding tool and as a tactile object for hand therapy and joint exercises. It’s commonly recommended as a decorative accent, a unique gift for students and teachers of chemistry, or a desk paperweight.
Care is straightforward: the finish polishes up with a jewelry cloth and will develop a natural patina over time unless regularly maintained. Some users report color changes or a metallic scent as the metal oxidizes, so occasional cleaning or sealing is advised for those who wish to keep the original shine.
Pros
- .999 pure copper construction
- Satisfying heft and polished finish
- Comes with display base and gold velvet pouch
Cons
- Surface can tarnish and produce a metallic odor
- Base may be plastic finished to look like wood
- Smaller size than some customers expect
VerdictThis 2-inch .999 copper sphere offers a pleasing heft and bright finish that many buyers love for display, hand exercises, or gifting to chemistry-minded friends. It arrives with a branded display base and a gold velvet pouch for protection. While the weight, polish, and tactile feel earn high marks, some users report surface darkening and a metallic odor over time, and a few found the base to be
Customer reviews
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Kindle Customer 5/5
Excellent
Solid spheres — feel great in the hand.
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Amoose 5/5
Really neat
Very hefty and looks far pricier than expected.
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WanderPonder Learning 5/5
Perfect heft
Loved the weight; polishes up beautifully with a jewelry cloth.
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Doreen B. Bishop 5/5
Gleaming copper orb on a stand
Shines nicely on the wooden stand, excellent finish and quality. Would buy another but I snagged the last one.
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Wayne_Battersea 5/5
Not quite as expected
It did help my chi.
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KJ 4/5
Matches description
A bit smaller than I expected.
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Faisal 3/5
Nice ball but tarnishes and base not real wood
Product is decent and pleasant to hold at about 1.3 lb. It arrived with a certificate and a gold velvet pouch stamped with the maker’s logo inside sturdy packing. However, the sphere discolored and developed a rust-like smell that irritated my skin, and the base turned out to be plastic made to look like wood.
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A-Z Family 5/5
Stunning display piece
A gorgeous item — bright finish and satisfying weight. The wooden base fits the look, and after months it still appears elegant. Great for decorating or gifting.
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User1111 5/5
Great for hand therapy
Exactly the match I wanted — same size and weight as my other ball. Rolling them together helps exercise my joints and muscles.
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AlexandraM 1/5
Not worth it
No genuine authenticity certificate and the base was cheap, bent plastic rather than wood. Not worth it; I also missed the return window and shipping was high.
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Jeru 5/5
It's literally a copper ball
Bought it for my boyfriend because he loved the weight-to-size feel. It fits the palm perfectly and warms nicely. After this I started collecting other heavy metal shapes. Hard to review—it's heavy and cool.
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