A crystal ball (or scrying sphere) was believed to give its owner the supernatural ability to see future events, distant occurrences, or hidden truths when used properly. These polished spheres, typically made of quartz crystal, beryl, or glass, were thought to reveal visions within their depths when gazed at under specific conditions. Proper divination required appropriate lighting, mental preparation, and sometimes ritual purification before the scryer could perceive meaningful images. The visions reported ranged from symbolic scenes to literal glimpses of people, places, and events not yet witnessed.
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