Moldavite Specimen - Height: 1.35 cm - Width: 0.58 cm - 0.4 g

Exemplar Characteristics:

Mineral / Material: Moldavite
Classification: Tektite – natural impact glass
Indicated Origin: Southern Bohemia, Czech Republic
Associated geological event: Meteorite impact at Nördlinger Ries, Germany
Formation age: Approximately 14.5 million years
Weight: 0.4 g (2 carats)
Height: 1.35 cm
Width: 0.58 cm
Color: Natural olive green
Shape: Elongated and irregular
Surface: Natural texture with grooves and reliefs
Presentation: Protective box and transparent display case with informative label
Origin and Formation – A 14.5 Million-Year History
Moldavite belongs to the tektite family, natural glasses formed during impact events of large extraterrestrial bodies against the Earth’s surface.
About 14.5 million years ago, a massive meteorite impact in the region now known as Nördlinger Ries, Germany, caused the melting and projection of terrestrial materials into the atmosphere.
During this event, part of the molten material was launched to great distances, cooling and solidifying before returning to the surface.
The resulting fragments gave rise to moldavites, found mainly in certain regions of the current Czech Republic.
Southern Bohemia is one of the historically most known localities for the occurrence of these extraordinary natural glasses.
Each fragment thus constitutes a physical witness to an enormously magnitude geological event.

Natural Characteristics and Collecting Interest:

This specimen stands out for its elongated shape, olive-green hue, and irregular surface texture.
The visible grooves and striations give it an organic look and a distinctive identity, features particularly appreciated in unleached moldavite specimens.
Unlike shaped or polished gems, natural fragments preserve features of their formation and subsequent surface alterations.
Moldavite is especially valued by collectors for its unusual geological origin, limited geographic distribution, and direct link to one of Europe’s best-known meteorite impact events.

A Piece with Cosmic History:

More than just a natural glass, moldavite represents the connection between Earth’s geological history and events in space.
Its formation results from the energy unleashed by an extraterrestrial impact, making it of great scientific, mineralogical, and collectible interest.
This small specimen is ideal for joining a collection of tektites, rare minerals, natural glasses, or materials related to meteorite impacts.

Presentation and Preservation:

The specimen is presented in a transparent case with the original informative label identifying the moldavite and indicating its geographical provenance and approximate age.
The case helps store and display the piece, aiding in its protection from contact and frequent handling.
Important note: The photographs are an integral part of the description and show the specimen available for sale. As it is a natural material, the shape, irregularities, and surface textures are individual characteristics of the piece. Colors may show slight variations depending on lighting and the device used.
An interesting collectible piece, with approximately 14.5 million years of geological history, combining natural beauty, uniqueness, and an extraordinary origin linked to a meteorite impact.