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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