I remember when I first saw fiber optics. It was probably about 50 yrs. ago. I had a lamp with a zillion little tubes like in the picture that the light went through from the bulb that was 'way inside of the lamp. Cool. I'm still impressed with the concept after all of these years--even if I'm not good at describing the thing.
Starrphyre...I had a fiber optic lamp also. Looked just like this puzzle. Don't know why they're not around anymore. Seems it went the way of the dinosaurs, just like us. (Just kidding) {:)>