{"product_id":"realgar-tower","title":"Realgar Crystal Tower","description":"\u003cp\u003eA polished realgar tower in vivid orange red, shaped into a classic point for display. Realgar is an unusual collector's mineral, best enjoyed on a shelf and handled with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Realgar, an arsenic sulfide mineral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished tower point from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crystal-towers\"\u003ecrystal towers\u003c\/a\u003e collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize options:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 50-60mm, 60-70mm, 70-80mm, 80-90mm or 90-100mm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Random Pick. You choose the size range, and we select a tower from our current stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally linked with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sacral-chakra-crystals\"\u003eSacral Chakra\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/solar-plexus-chakra-crystals\"\u003eSolar Plexus Chakra\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Display piece only. Wash hands after handling and keep away from children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChakra Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn crystal traditions, realgar's fiery color is associated with the sacral and solar plexus chakras and with courage, drive and transformation. Many collectors keep it as a visual reminder of bold action rather than a stone to hold. Explore more stones like it in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/confidence-courage-crystals\"\u003eConfidence and Courage\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/growth-transformation-crystals\"\u003eGrowth and Transformation\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay it on a high shelf or in a closed cabinet, out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it in a dim spot away from direct sunlight to protect its color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet it near \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pyrite-crystals\"\u003epyrite\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/black-tourmaline-crystals\"\u003eblack tourmaline\u003c\/a\u003e for a bold, contrasting display, without letting stones rub together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdmire it as a collector's specimen rather than a stone to carry or hold often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCrystal Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRealgar contains arsenic and is very soft, about 1.5 to 2 on the Mohs scale. Handle it as little as possible, wash your hands afterward and never use it in water, elixirs or near food. Store it away from light, which can slowly turn it to yellow powder. Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/crystal-safety-guide-toxic-crystals-precautions\"\u003ecrystal safety guide to toxic crystals\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs realgar safe to handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRealgar contains arsenic, so treat it as a display stone. Brief handling is fine for most people if you wash your hands afterward, but never lick it, soak it or use it in elixirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy should I keep it out of the sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight slowly breaks realgar down into a yellow, powdery mineral, so a shaded shelf or closed cabinet keeps its color vivid longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose from about 50-60mm up to 90-100mm tall. Smaller towers suit a cabinet display, while taller ones make a bolder statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Realgar?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRealgar is an arsenic sulfide mineral known for its striking orange red color and resinous luster. It is soft, light sensitive and contains arsenic, so it is valued as a collector's mineral rather than an everyday handling stone. Over time, light can alter its surface to a yellow powder, which is why careful, shaded storage matters. Browse more unusual minerals in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/other-crystals\"\u003eother crystals\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/toxic-crystals-never-put-these-in-your-mouth\"\u003eToxic Crystals: Never Put These in Your Mouth\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/crystals-that-fade-in-sunlight-protect-your-collection\"\u003eCrystals That Fade in Sunlight\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA vivid realgar tower for careful collectors who love unusual minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ali","offers":[{"title":"Realgar \/ 50-60mm","offer_id":48272376397995,"sku":"1005012106318929-1pc Realgar Pillar-5-6cm","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Realgar \/ 60-70mm","offer_id":48272376365227,"sku":"1005012106318929-1pc Realgar Pillar-6-7cm","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Realgar \/ 70-80mm","offer_id":48272376463531,"sku":"1005012106318929-1pc Realgar Pillar-7-8cm","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Realgar \/ 80-90mm","offer_id":48272376430763,"sku":"1005012106318929-1pc Realgar Pillar-8-9cm","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Realgar \/ 90-100mm","offer_id":48272376496299,"sku":"1005012106318929-1pc Realgar Pillar-9-10cm","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/0345\/5915\/files\/Realgar-Crystal-Tower-Towers.jpg?v=1792131358","url":"https:\/\/www.crystaldestiny.com\/products\/realgar-tower","provider":"Crystal Destiny","version":"1.0","type":"link"}