Moldavite 16.8 ct Grade A Unique Curved Piece Well Textured COA Included

  
Moldavite 16.8 ct Grade A Unique Curved Piece Well Textured COA Included. This is a exactly 3.36 gram/16.8 ct piece of Grade A natural moldavite. Pieces have no visible surface cuts/nics. Minor mini-nics can be seen by close inspection.

Surface texture and condition along with quality of locality are key factors. Grade pieces show 6 sided texture, excellent light reflection, and the uniqueness that is each moldavite crystal. This moldavite has a beautiful shape and surface with well defined texture. Natural wear can be seen on one side.

Small iron inclusions are observed with a backlight. Comes with Certificate of Authenticity. Known as the Emerald that fell from the universe, Moldavite is a tektite (Meteorite) with a hardness ranging from 5.5 - 6.5. The asteroid hit the earth during the Middle to Upper Miocene age in what is now known as the Ries Crater in Barvaria (Germany). For geological reference the miocene age 16.

Million years ago is the time period that South America drifted west to near its present position, the Andes mountains continued formation, and many of the continents shifted to current bounded landscapes. The material from the impact was sent flying into the atmosphere, cooled down & formed the melted glass into what is now called Moldavite. The splash field or primarily landing of the melted crystals returning to earth is in the areas of South Bohemia (Czech Republic). Moldavite is not found in any other region of the earth.

These items are as described. Message me for more details. Star Crystal shop is located in the Northeastern US. At this time there is no member of our shop that is a registered gemologist.

We are professional collectors that value the reputation, longevity, and industry respect of our suppliers. Several of our suppliers have either written books about moldavite or are professional references worldwide. The authenticity of all crystals is explicitly and directly guaranteed by Star Crystal Shop LLC in this statement. Our moldavite has been independently validated by our customers in several labs across the US.

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