{"product_id":"green-sand-hourglass-with-metal-frame-small-198mm","title":"Green Sand Hourglass with Metal Frame - Small 198mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreen Sand Hourglass with Metal Frame - Small 198mm | Online8 New Zealand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA glass hourglass filled with soft green sand, suspended between two clear glass plates on four slim polished metal posts. The architectural frame lifts the glass clear of the surface so light passes right through it, and the green sand gives a cooler, more considered look than the usual amber. At 198mm tall on a 78mm square footprint it suits a desk, console or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Stands Apart\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArchitectural Frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four slim metal posts between clear glass plates — a structured, gallery-like setting rather than a plain resting form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft Green Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e A cool, muted green that reads as deliberate against the clear glass and polished metal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifted Off The Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e The framed base raises the glass so light passes beneath it, which gives the piece more visual lightness than its size suggests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlass-Dominant Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70% glass with metal used only for the posts and finials, keeping the emphasis on transparency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesk-Friendly Scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 198mm on a 78mm square base, it fits a working desk or a shelf between books.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs With The Large:\u003c\/strong\u003e The matching 250mm version sits alongside it for a two-height grouping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear Glass, Green Sand, Polished Metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70% Glass, 25% Sand, 5% Metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize (W×D×H)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78 × 78 × 198 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContemporary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone — arrives ready to display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it run?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece is sold as a decorative object rather than a calibrated timer, so we don't quote a run time. Please call the showroom if you need an exact duration before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between the two sizes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is the small at 198mm tall on a 78mm square base. The large stands 250mm on a 100mm base. Both use the same green sand, clear glass and metal frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be turned over in the frame?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe frame is designed to be inverted as a whole — lift and turn the piece rather than trying to rotate the glass within the posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDust with a soft dry cloth. Wipe the glass with a barely damp cloth and dry immediately; avoid abrasive cleaners on the polished metal posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you ship nationwide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, we ship nationwide. Shipping options are available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease give our showroom a call at 09 278 8881 to check if this is on display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Online8","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56310781575460,"sku":"SE3083","price":79.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0302\/1966\/5453\/files\/5BSE3083_5D_20HOUR_20GLASS_20WITH_20GREEN_20SAND.jpg?v=1789610885","url":"https:\/\/www.online8.co.nz\/products\/green-sand-hourglass-with-metal-frame-small-198mm","provider":"Online8","version":"1.0","type":"link"}