What Is Moldavite And Where Does It Come From?

By Christine Bailey


Most people have seen meteor showers at one time or another. Occasionally meteors and comets come close to earth, but scientists insist they are light years away. A foreign object crashing into the earth is not unusual however. There have been instances of direct hits with huge impact and devastating consequences. One such event transformed the atmosphere so drastically that it led to the extinction of the dinosaurs. Another occurrence in the area of the Czech Republic resulted in the appearance of moldavite.

What people collect and wear today are not exactly meteor particles. They are the result of fragments embedded in the earth's soil and sand for millions of years. This is natural glass that began as a liquid splash from the meteor impact. As the liquid cooled, it solidified. Over the years its surroundings have etched unique textures in the glass, which is also known as tektite. The glass will have the deepest etchings where the sand and soil contains a lot of moisture.

This substance has a connection to the Holy Grail for some. While many believe the Grail is a cup, others argue that is was actually a green stone that fell from the sky. This tektite is green, and it fell from the sky. Mystical stones falling from the sky are a common theme in stories told throughout the world. The Grail is also believed to have healing powers and powers of rejuvenation.

Holding the glass is special for certain people. They report feelings of tingling and warmth when it's in their possession. Others feel sensations in their chests and a reddening of the face. This is such a common sensation, it even has been given a name. It is also believed to cause dizziness and lightheaded feelings in a few individuals. The glass is not considered dangerous however.

Many who wear the gem swear that it has spiritual, physical, and emotional healing properties. People interested in chakras know that the glass is an opening to all of them. It is most powerful when it comes to the heart. Just holding it gives some individuals a sense of well being and peace.

This tektite only has investment value for those who own large pieces. The largest are held in museums, and finding anything over twenty grams for public sale is becoming increasingly difficult. The harder it becomes to get, the more value it will probably have.

Besednice is the most sought after form of this glass, and is found in only one location. Some of it is extremely delicate and deeply etched. It's believed the pieces are so intricate in form because they existed in the pits at the water table. The pits are now closed.

If you want a genuine piece of this extraterrestrial glass, you will have to know what you are looking at. Most of the pieces offered online and in specialty stores are fake. It doesn't really matter to some however. They just like the idea that an ancient meteor fragment may be around their necks or on their fingers.




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