Mercurial V1

These compelling little hand sculptures are derived from the mercury tilt switches in old household thermostats.  Allow the liquid metal inside to slide against the contacts and the LED indicator lights up.  The indicator itself is adjustable too, providing another degree of interactivity.

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This gadget contains mercury and must be handled with care.  Not recommended for children or clumsy adults and not available for shipping.  Please make arrangements to pick up at my Oakland, CA studio.  Fidget at your own risk.