Small Sand & Steel Pit Pendulum In Slate - Great Gift For Sale

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Grand Illusions - SmallSlatePlatedSand Pit & Amazing Gift You'll Watch For Hours - Perfect For Decorating Tx Rooms, Waiting Areas, Desks& More

Grand Illusions - SmallPit & Pendulum In Slate TexturedPlateQuick Facts12" Tall
5.5" X 8" Base
4 Pounds
SlateTextured Plating
Sand Included
Moves Through 360 Degrees
Creates Thousands Of Patterns
Brand New

Detailed Summary

The conical pendulum, or a free swinging weight on a line anchored on a hook, has been studied for centuries. Watching its circular movements have brought greater understanding to the movements of the planets and the theory of gravity. A French physicist created a conical pendulum so large, once it was set in motion, it moved through 360 degrees of motion in 24 hours creating a timepiece accurate to within a few seconds per day.

Unlike normal pendulums, like you find in grandfather clocks, two external forces are operating on the pendulum: the downward action of gravity acts upon the mass of the pendulum, and the tension on the line between the mass and the anchor point. It is the interplay between these two forces that, primarily, describe the patterns in which the mass moves.

It's a beautiful dance, but it's difficult to see just how elegant and complex the movement is until you find a way to see the movement in context. By sharpening the mass to a point and having it describe its path through a shallow dish of sand, you can see the track the pendulum takes on its regular rhythmic cycle. Back and forth, to and fro, the pendulum swings into gorgeous elliptical loops and whorls. This slate Pit and Pendulum, while not as sinister as the version Poe wrote about, belongs on your desk, creating art out of science - beauty out of mathematics.

Weight ~4 Pounds
Color Slate
Dimensions Height 12", Base5.5" X Grand Illusions

Grand Illusions Designs manufactures and distributes high end decorative itemsthat are made out of resin, wood and slate. They are distributed world wide, and are used as ornaments for desks, credenzas, offices, waiting rooms, treatment rooms, spas, and more. They areknown for their craftmanship, attention to detail, and fair pricing. Their premier item, theconical Pit & Pendulum, has generated hours of enjoyment, and left people wondering how they workasamazing designsappear right before their eyes while watching the sand.It is truly mesmerizing, and unfortunately,Grand Illusions won't give away the Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is this item brand new?

Yes, the item displayed here isbrand new, has never been used, and is in its original packaging as provided by the manufacturer.

Do you ship these items outside of the United States & Canada?

Unfortunately, no. At this time we only ship in the United States and Canada due to rising shipping costs, international shipping delays, and a high incidence of lost packages in certain countries. We are looking into developing stronger shipping methods to getourproducts to as many foreign countries as possible, and the site will be updated when this is a feature that we can consistently offer. ** Please note that international shipments are taking longer than expected to some countries which includeCanada **

Do you combine / discount shipping?

We will combine and discount shipping for multiple items whenever and where ever possible. It is our goal to save youmoney.

How long does it take to ship this item? How long does it take for me to receive this item?

We work very hard to ship out all orders as quickly as possible, and ask that you allow 2-3 business days for this product to leave our warehouse after payment is received. Much of the time, your product will be on the truck for delivery within 1-2 business days. Depending on the delivery service used, this item takes between 2 and5 business days to arrive, once dispatched - perhaps 1 or 2 days longer if you are in an extremely remote area of the United States or Canada. We use UPS, FedEx, and USPS for shipping, and can not be held responsible for delays on their part. We will, however, work feverishly to find out what the issue is should the product not arrive on time, or in a damaged state. ** Please note that some items are shipped directly fromour manufacturers in order to keep shipping costs as low as possiblefor our customers, and therefore we are unable to continuously verify available inventory for those particular items. If the item is out of stock, we will notify you of the situation and what the expected shipping date will be. If the delay is too long we will gladly refund your money.

Can I return my items?

You can return your items, for a merchandise / exchange credit, but only if they are unopened. To return the items, you are responsible for shipping them back to us (please email us for an address). Once we receive your return, we will send you the replacement product, and authorize a credit or refund based on the difference. If, for some reason, your product(s)arrives damaged, it will be replaced at no cost to you.

Do you offer bulk discountpricing?

Yes, and these discounts are based on quantity purchases. Pleaseemail us with any questions you may have, and we will gladly generate a quote for

About the SellerMy name is Andrew Kamchi, and I work for the Institute for Therapeutic Massage (ITM), and the Institute for Massage & Spa Therapy Education (IMSTE).ITM, which was established in 1994, has 6 massage therapy schools in the state of New Jersey, 4 hospital affiliations, offers5 courses of study, several certifications, and over 30 different continuing education (CE) programs to help you learn various aspects of the healing arts. Your purchase helps up to continue innovative medical massage education programs, such as our Oncology Massage Certification Program - the first of its kind approved by COMTA.The Institute for Massage & Spa Therapy Education (IMSTE) is a collection of health & wellness professionals dedicated to producing high quality videos (DVD’s), educational manuals, textbooks, live lectures and continuing education classes.

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