'Frosty' Moldavite | 5.34g | Brusna

An exceptional 5.34 gram Moldavite specimen from the rare and highly regarded Brusná locality. Distinguished by its beautifully preserved frosted surface, this piece exhibits the characteristic silky patina that has made Brusná Moldavite a favourite amongst discerning collectors.

Its broad, shield-like form displays remarkable natural sculpturing, with gentle undulations, shallow depressions and flowing surface textures created through millions of years of natural weathering. The frosted exterior softens the light, while subtle olive-green translucency emerges around the thinner edges, hinting at the pristine glass beneath.

One face retains traces of its original sandy matrix within several natural pits and cavities, adding authenticity and providing a fascinating glimpse into the geological environment in which the specimen remained buried for millions of years. These untouched natural features enhance both its character and collector appeal.

Brusná Moldavite is renowned for its distinctive frosted finish and elegant weathering, offering a completely different aesthetic to the deeply etched specimens from southern Bohemia. Fine examples from this locality are becoming increasingly scarce, particularly those retaining such attractive natural preservation.

Weighing 5.34 grams, this is a substantial collector-grade specimen that perfectly showcases the understated beauty of Brusná Moldavite. Its combination of frosted texture, natural matrix, excellent preservation and pleasing form makes it a superb addition to any serious collection.

• Moldavite Weight: 5.34g 
  

• Locality: Bartochov
  

What is Moldavite & where is it from?

Moldavite 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.

From 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.

It 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.

99% 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.

Moldavite NZ

Moldavite 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.