The planet dig kit gives a young explorer a plaster planet the size of an orange to chip open, with small polished stones hidden inside and a pendant cord to wear one of the finds. Pick Earth, the Moon or any of the other planets, or the cheaper blind box. It is part of our Toys & Games collection.
Key features
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80 mm planet ball – printed to look like the planet on the box, packed with stones
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Real tool feel – brush, chisel and small hammer for careful digging
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Wearable find – a cord and wire cage pendant hold one stone as a necklace
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Ten choices – Earth, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune or a blind box
Specifications
| Planet ball |
About 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Planet box |
143 × 103 × 98 mm |
| Blind box |
100 × 67 × 110 mm box, 60 mm ball |
| Stones per planet |
5–6 small polished stones (varies by planet) |
| Age |
Not for children under 3 |
In the box
- Planet option: 1 planet ball, brush, chisel, hammer, pendant cord and cage, stone chart
- Blind box option: 1 small ball, wooden pick, brush, about 13 small stones
Digging tips
- Lay down newspaper; plaster dust and chips get everywhere
- Wet the ball before you start
- Small stones are a choking hazard; keep them from toddlers
Frequently asked questions
What is inside the planet dig kit?
Each planet dig kit holds an 80 mm planet ball with small polished stones hidden inside, a brush, a chisel, a hammer and a cord with a cage pendant for one of the stones.
How do you open the planet in the planet dig kit?
Wet the planet dig kit ball with water first to soften the plaster and cut dust, then chip it with the chisel and hammer and brush the stones clean.
What is the Mineral Blind Box option?
The Mineral Blind Box is a smaller planet dig kit with a 60 mm ball, a wooden pick, a brush and about 13 small stones, without the necklace.
What age is the planet dig kit for?
The planet dig kit is not for children under 3 because of the small stones and tools; the supplier lists it from age 3 with adult help.
Buying more than one, ordering again, or shopping for a gift or event? Email cs@elysianoble.com with the product link for a personal quote.
Shipping and returns – see our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy for delivery times and how returns work.
