{"product_id":"1-lb-bismuth-bar","title":"1 lb Bismuth Bar – 99.9% Pure Hand-Poured Ingot","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1 lb Hand-Poured 99.9% Pure Bismuth Bar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1 lb Bismuth Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e is crafted from \u003cstrong\u003e99.9% pure bismuth\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a substantial elemental metal ingot for collectors, hobbyists, educators, and makers. Known for producing stunning geometric crystals with vibrant iridescent colors after melting and cooling, bismuth is one of the most visually fascinating metals on the periodic table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach ingot is hand poured, hand polished, and laser engraved in the USA. The smooth silver finish provides an attractive display piece while remaining ready for crystal-growing projects, metallurgy demonstrations, casting, or scientific study. Whether you're adding to an element collection or preparing your next crystal-growing experiment, this high-purity bismuth bar offers exceptional craftsmanship and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e99.9% Pure Bismuth\u003c\/strong\u003e – Produced from high-purity elemental bismuth for collecting, scientific use, crystal growing, and metallurgy projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Poured in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e – Individually cast and polished for a clean, refined appearance suitable for display or practical use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaser Engraved Identification\u003c\/strong\u003e – Clearly marked with the metal type and purity. Laser engraving helps preserve the integrity of bismuth's naturally brittle structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Crystal Growing\u003c\/strong\u003e – Melt and cool the metal to create the intricate geometric crystal formations and iridescent colors that make bismuth famous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Silver Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e – Arrives with a polished metallic appearance, allowing you to begin with a clean surface before creating custom crystal formations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for STEM \u0026amp; Collecting\u003c\/strong\u003e – A great choice for chemistry classrooms, laboratories, metallurgy enthusiasts, engineers, and element collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1 lb (16 AVDP oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurity: 99.9% Bismuth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal: Bismuth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Approximately 3.5 × 1.5 × 0.5 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Hand Poured \u0026amp; Hand Polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentification: Laser Engraved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in: USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Heavenly Metals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy doesn't the bar have rainbow colors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFreshly poured bismuth has a natural silver appearance. The vibrant rainbow colors develop only after the metal is melted and cooled, creating a thin oxide layer on the crystal surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this bar be used for crystal-growing projects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. This high-purity bismuth bar is well suited for crystal-growing experiments, casting projects, metallurgy demonstrations, and educational use. Always follow proper safety procedures when melting metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the bar laser engraved instead of stamped?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBismuth is naturally more brittle than many other metals. Laser engraving clearly identifies the metal and purity without introducing the stress that stamping can create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/elemental-metals\"\u003eElemental Metals Collection\u003c\/a\u003e to discover additional hand-poured ingots and collectible pure metal bars from Heavenly Metals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heavenly Metals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46539787468997,"sku":"HP-Bi-Lb","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/5963\/9749\/files\/71vMmra6eZL._SL1400.jpg?v=1784139491","url":"https:\/\/heavenlymetals.com\/products\/1-lb-bismuth-bar","provider":"Heavenly Metals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}