Description: On Offer: Libyan Desert Glass Pendant in Sterling Silver SettingDimensions of the pendant not including bail: Approximately 7.1mm x 7.1mm x 6mm Dimensions of the pendant including bail: Approximately 12.5mm x 7.1mm x 6mmType: ImpactiteOrigin: Libyan / Egyptian border Official name: Libyan Desert Glass Description: Faceted Libyan desert glass pendant in sterling silver setting What you get: Faceted Libyan desert glass pendant set in sterling silver, as Shown, and Certificate of Authenticity signed by Top Meteorite's Curator of Collections.*(Chain not included) I offer a 100% no questions asked 30 day return policy. LIBYAN DESERT GLASS Libyan Desert Glass is thought to have formed at least 29 million years ago, when a flash thermal event exceeding 1600 Celsius (likely) a thermally intense meteoric airburst (or perhaps even a direct hypervelocity meteorite impact) caused vast amounts of desert sand to melt and then subsequently be quenched, thus vitrifying the sand into what is now called LDG. Early neolithic tribes used the readymade glass to knapp tools, and later the Egyptians valued the golden glass so highly, it was frequently used as the centerpiece in royal jewelry. The location and existence of the glass was lost to history, until it was rediscovered in 1932 by P. Clayton while he was on expedition to survey the area. The glass is now sold by a small group of meteorite dealers and collectors, but is generally not available for purchase outside of these niche markets. Track Page Views WithAuctiva's Counter
Price: 130 USD
Location: Loveland, Colorado
End Time: 2024-08-28T18:55:49.000Z
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Restocking Fee: 10%
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Space Glass: Glass
Country/Region of Manufacture: Egypt
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