{"product_id":"angel-chime-moldavite-1-4g-marouskovo-pole","title":"Angel Chime Moldavite | 1.4g | Marouskovo Pole","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fascinating 1.4g Natural Moldavite specimen from the highly regarded Marouskovo Pole locality in South Bohemia, Czech Republic, combining two particularly interesting characteristics — Angel Chime and Hagstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautiful specimen features an unusual, asymmetrical formation with a broad, delicately sculptured body and a striking translucent extension projecting from one side. Its thin, pale olive-green glass displays wonderful clarity when illuminated, revealing intricate flowing textures, rounded impressions and fine natural etching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of its most distinctive features is a naturally formed opening within the delicate protruding section, giving the specimen its Hagstone characteristic. Traditionally, stones with naturally occurring holes have been treasured in folklore and associated with protection and good fortune.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdding to its appeal is the Angel Chime characteristic. Certain exceptionally thin Moldavite specimens produce a delicate, bell-like ringing sound when gently tapped, making them especially fascinating to collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully unusual specimen that brings together delicate natural sculpturing, beautiful translucency and two captivating characteristics in one remarkable piece of Czech Moldavite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoldavite Weight: 1.4 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocality: Marouskovo Pole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification: Natural Moldavite, Angel Chime\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"559\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEach piece comes with a certificate of authenticity tied to a money-back guarantee.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eWhat is Moldavite \u0026amp; where is it from?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoldavite is a rare tektite or meteoric glass, caused by an asteroid impact 15 million years ago. The intense, 10,000°C+ temperatures of the strike vapourised the asteroid, target rock and sand, flinging the molten substance high into the atmosphere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the impact zone in Germany some 300km away, it landed back to earth in what is now the Czech Republic and as it flew, it cooled and solidified into translucent green, glass-like droplets of various shapes and sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is said that only 1% of what had originally fallen is still intact to this day and the estimates of the total amount of Moldavite remaining is under 300 tonnes. In comparison with gold or diamonds, this makes Moldavite 1000x rarer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e99% of all Moldavite is found in a small area in the southern part of the Czech Republic. It can be found on the surface but the highly prized, well-preserved specimens are found up to 6 metres underground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMoldavite NZ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoldavite NZ is a small family business and collectors hub based in New Zealand. We are the only exclusive Moldavite dealer in the Southern Hemisphere. We source all of our Moldavite directly through our family and trusted contacts in the Czech Republic. All of our Moldavite and jewellery is guaranteed for authenticity by a 100% money-back guarantee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moldavite NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56056015978787,"sku":"MM1026-20","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/1020\/8035\/files\/E61C1FBC-C9E8-43BA-92D9-794388F171B1_1_201_a.jpg?v=1794533319","url":"https:\/\/moldavite.co.nz\/products\/angel-chime-moldavite-1-4g-marouskovo-pole","provider":"Moldavite NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}