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12 Inch Stainless Steel Gazing Globev2croft Hollow Ball Mirrored Surface Polis
12 Inch Stainless Steel Gazing Globev2croft Hollow Ball Mirrored Surface Polis 
12 Inch Stainless Steel Gazing Globev2croft Hollow Ball Mirrored Surface Polis
- Sold Winning Bid: $7.00
- 7 Bid(s) View Bid History
- High Bidder: P****o
Description
12 things you may not know about the Globe of Happiness - The lawn and garden ornament goes by many names including lawn balls yard globes witch balls fairy balls mirror balls and globes of happiness. - The shiny spheres range widely in size from less than two inches to over two feet. - The reflective globes found popularity in Victorian England where they were displayed inside affluent homes. - Mad King Ludwig of Bavaria so loved gazing balls he had them produced in many sizes to be hung in trees floated in ponds and displayed atop ornate pedestals around his castle. - After falling out of favor in the 19th century gazing balls enjoyed a resurgence in the U.S. in the early 20th century as a sign of wealth. - Southern hosts would place the reflective spheres on porch rails to easily spot an iced tea glass that might need a refill. - Witch Balls were once used as protection from evil spirits as witches would catch sight of their visage and either be trapped inside or
Details
Retail value
$47.99
Condition
Appears New
Shipping
Local pick-up only. 227 William E Lobb Rd Greensburg KY 42743 - Items must be picked up Thursday February 6 from 10 AM to 05 PM & Friday February 7 from 10 AM to 05 PM. - If item is not picked up on the designated pick up days- it will be forfeit
Lot # 402985
System ID # 184048209
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