Large Fluorite Octahedron

A large natural fluorite octahedron, with the geometric faces of the crystal form.

The flat faces and sharp edges of the octahedron give the fingers a defined geometry to feel. Grounding-oriented profiles are characterized by a need for continuous, familiar, or consistent somatosensory information to stay aware of the physical body and the present moment (Dunn, 2001). A faceted fluorite octahedron best fits the preference for carrying an object and rubbing or handling it. Objects like this offer continuous somatosensory input through surface texture, geometry, and thermal properties (McGlone et al., 2014), and consistent input helps people with low registration remain physically oriented within their environment (Dunn, 2001).

Details

• Product: Fluorite octahedron
• Material: Fluorite
• Size: Large
• Origin: China
• Variation: Each piece is chosen from an assorted lot

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