This raw Czech Moldavite weighs 6.44 grams and measures 32x18x9 mm. It is a well-balanced, natural specimen with a shape that works from every angle. The 32mm length gives it a confident reach. The 18mm width keeps the face open and easy to examine. The 9mm depth puts the real glass body behind the surface enough to feel substantial in the hand without making the stone feel heavy or cumbersome.
Moldavite formed approximately 14.7 million years ago when a meteorite struck what is now southern Germany. The impact generated temperatures so extreme that surrounding rock and soil were vaporized, ejected into the atmosphere, and fell back to Earth as glass. That glass scattered across what is now the Czech Republic, Austria, and parts of Germany. Every raw Moldavite specimen is a direct physical record of that single geological event, a piece of natural history that cannot be manufactured, replicated, or restocked.
The deep forest green color of this piece is characteristic of high-quality Czech Moldavite. It is rich and consistent across the 32mm face, darkening toward the body center and brightening to a warm translucency at the thinner outer edges under natural or directed light. The natural surface texture covers the stone with organically formed ridges and channels the result of millions of years of chemical interaction between the tektite glass and the soil around it. No two Moldavite surfaces are identical.
This specimen is sourced from legally documented Czech Republic inventory and comes with full provenance. Contact us to inquire about pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is raw Czech Moldavite?
Raw Czech Moldavite is a natural tektite, a type of glass formed by a meteorite impact found in the Czech Republic. It formed approximately 14.7 million years ago and is characterized by a deep forest green color and a naturally sculpted surface texture. Raw specimens are uncut and unpolished, preserving the original surface character formed over millions of years.
What does 32x18x9 mm mean for a Moldavite specimen?
These are the three physical dimensions of the stone: 32mm long, 18mm wide, and 9mm deep. Together they describe a specimen that is moderately elongated with a well-proportioned body depth, making it suitable for both display and close examination.
Is Czech Moldavite still being mined?
Czech Moldavite is still legally collected from designated areas within the Czech Republic strewn field, though available quantities continue to decline each year as accessible deposits become increasingly scarce. All Moldavite from Rare Moldavites is legally sourced from verified Czech Republic suppliers.
