{"product_id":"faceted-moldavite-teardrop-9-45ct","title":"Faceted Moldavite Teardrop 9.45ct.","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"147\"\u003eAn exceptional 9.45 carat faceted Moldavite teardrop, cut from a genuine stone sourced from the renowned Radomilice deposits of the Czech Republic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eThis remarkable gem displays outstanding clarity and symmetry, with both sides precision faceted to mirror one another. Suspended within the stone are countless microscopic air bubbles together with rare lechatelierite inclusions — natural remnants of the immense forces unleashed during the meteorite impact that created Moldavite some 15 million years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eCreating a faceted Moldavite of this calibre requires an extraordinary sacrifice of material. The original rough stone would likely have been three to five times larger, with the majority carefully removed during the cutting process to reveal the finest possible gem. What remains is a perfectly proportioned teardrop that balances brilliance, rarity, and natural character in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eEqually suited to a bespoke jewellery commission or an advanced collection, this is the type of Moldavite that immediately commands attention. Its exceptional symmetry, fascinating internal features, and uncommon size make it a standout example of faceted Czech Moldavite and a piece that would be difficult to replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eEach piece comes with a certificate of authenticity tied to a money back guarantee.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eWhat is Moldavite \u0026amp; where is it from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eMoldavite is a rare tektite or meteoric glass, caused by an asteroid impact 15mil. 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.\u003cbr data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1607\"\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"2272\"\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.\u003cbr data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2066\"\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 to be found up to 6m underground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2645\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eMoldavite NZ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2293\"\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\/p\u003e","brand":"Moldavite NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55209748332835,"sku":"TPFC945","price":985.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/1020\/8035\/files\/IMG_1119_29ece09b-7724-4c9f-a5cd-dc24cee2ea48.jpg?v=1780866324","url":"https:\/\/moldavite.co.nz\/products\/faceted-moldavite-teardrop-9-45ct","provider":"Moldavite NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}