Moldavite - 11.97 Grams Besednice moldavite occurrences, Besednice Ceský Krumlov District, Sout...

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Moldavite - 11.97 Grams
Besednice moldavite occurrences, Besednice
Ceský Krumlov District, South Bohemian Region
Czech Republic

Moldavite, a rare and highly valued type of impactite, boasts "gemstone-like" qualities that make it a popular choice for jewelry. This unique material, formed by the impact of a meteorite hitting Earth, is notable for its dark, forest green hue, a color not commonly found in natural elements. Despite a few areas of contact damage over some of its spikes, the overall quality of this piece remains exceptional. Weighing nearly 12 grams, this remarkable specimen comes from the Besednice locality, renowned for producing the finest quality Moldavite. It is distinguished by a high degree of fluting and superb shapes, making it an outstanding example of its kind. Pieces over ~10 grams have a premium simply due to size.
Measurements: 1.54 x 1.02 x 0.44 inches (3.92 x 2.60 x 1.13 cm), weighs 11.97 grams

Estimate: $500 - up.

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