Saturn – Magnetic Levitation Kinetic Sculpture

Saturn is a handcrafted kinetic sculpture that floats a 6.5 mm magnetic sphere inside a 9.5 mm ring using a tunnel of diamagnetic bismuth. Gravity and magnetism balance perfectly to create stable, permanent levitation—no electricity required.

Inspired by the first time I saw Saturn through a telescope, this mini floating “planet” makes a memorable gift for astronomy lovers, science enthusiasts, and curious minds.

The gold-plated sphere fits precisely inside its ring magnet. You can spin it for smooth rotation or angle it slightly to create a gentle wobble.
Note: The magnet remains levitated indefinitely but will need a small push or puff of air to start spinning again.

How It Works

Bismuth—the most diamagnetic metal on Earth—repels magnetic poles equally. When paired with a precisely positioned upper magnet, the sphere becomes light enough to lift and float freely.

What’s Included

This listing includes one handmade levitation sculpture made from solid bismuth with a gold-plated sphere and matching ring magnet.
The total size of the sculpture is approximately 4 × 4 × 10 inches.
Each piece is made to order and comes with a 30-day guarantee.

Setup

Place the sculpture on a level surface. Insert the Saturn magnet into the center opening.
Turn the top magnet clockwise to raise it or counterclockwise to lower it until the sphere reaches perfect equilibrium and levitates.

Safety

This item contains small neodymium magnets and is not suitable for children.
Magnets should be kept away from pacemakers and implanted medical devices.

Handmade with care. Each sculpture is unique due to the nature of the materials and the crafting process.