Pendant, Moldavite in Sterling Silver

Czech Republic
Gems, 30.00 mm x 9.60 mm, 20.00 x 8.86 mm (stone)
Start Time: 04/20/2017 7:00:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 04/27/2017 7:00:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Moldavite is often referred to as the "gem that fell to earth". This material is believed to have formed when a shower of meteorites fell in what is now the Czech Republich within a one hundred mile area around the Vltava River, which was once called the Moldau, and from which Moldavite gets its name. These stones are actually tektites and Moldavite is a one-of-a-kind tektite. There are many theories where Moldavite originated and the inability of science to resolve the issues with one conclusive explanation of the true origins of Moldavite causes it to remain one of the great mysteries of the gem world. Once source stated that "The Ries crater impact event is believed to be the source of Moldavite tektites found in Bohemia and Moravia (Czech Republic). The tektite melt originated from a sand-rich surface layer that was ejected to distances up to 450 km (280 mi) downrange of the crater". Here we have a beautiful natural piece of Moldavite with a some what cavernous, textured exterior, typical for the material. When backlit, it's amazingly gemmy, with that classic "bottle green" hue. The stone is set into a lovely sterling silver "cap" with a bale, creating a very attractive and worthwhile pendant. A great piece of jewelry featuring this attractive, unique and well-known material, and a real bargain for the $50 starting price.

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