This natural, faceted moldavite gemstone weighs 2.31 carats and is cut into a faceted oval shape with a checkerboard table. The color is a deep yellowish green; the stone exhibits one particularly notable, eye visible inclusion at the tip.
Stone Variety
Moldavite, natural
Stone Family
Glass
Weight (carats)
2.31cts
Weight (grams)
0.46g
Dimensions (millimeters)
10.16mm x 8.20mm x 5.69mm
Dimensions (inches)
0.4" x 0.33" x 0.5"
Origin
Czech Republic
Shape
faceted oval checkerboard cut
Material Grade
A
Colors
dark yellowish green
Mohs Hardness
5.5
SKU Number
#840
About Moldavite:
Moldavite is a natural green glassfound in the Czech Republic created by extraterrestrial intervention. While the stone's formation is still a mystery to geologists today, the current leading theory is that heat and pressure from a meteor landing in Germany 14.5 million years ago created the ideal conditions to turn the dirt at the crash site to glass. Impact sent this glass up into the atmosphere where it then eventually fell in neighboring Czechoslovakia. Today, the stone has become the center of social media attention due to believed "life changing" metaphysical abilities.
Because moldavite is glass, we advise wearing jewelry containing this stone with care. Stones can scratch, chip, or abrade if worn improperly. While pendants and earrings are recommended, rings can be an excellent choice when worn for dress.
