{"product_id":"gold-plated-moldavite-libyan-desert-glass-necklace-5-4g-chlum","title":"Gold Plated Moldavite \u0026 Libyan Desert Glass Necklace | 5.4g | Chlum","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.4g Moldavite | 57.37g Total Necklace Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn extraordinary designer necklace combining a substantial natural Moldavite specimen from Chlum, Czech Republic, with Libyan Desert Glass, beautifully handcrafted in gold-plated sterling silver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExclusively created for Moldavite NZ by our Swiss jewellery designers and professional craftspeople based in Bali, this exceptional piece is a wonderful example of original design, quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt its centre sits a beautifully textured 5.4g natural Moldavite specimen, securely held in a handcrafted gold-plated sterling silver setting. Suspended beneath the Moldavite is a striking, fan-shaped silver element featuring delicate, flowing surface textures that catch the light and complement the stone's rugged natural formations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdding another fascinating dimension to the design is a natural piece of Libyan Desert Glass, individually claw-set in gold-plated sterling silver and incorporated directly into the necklace chain. Its warm golden translucency provides a beautiful contrast to the deep green of the Czech Moldavite, while its carefully considered placement creates an additional point of interest within the overall composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth Moldavite and Libyan Desert Glass have extraordinary geological origins, having formed through ancient high-energy impact events. Their pairing brings together two remarkable natural glasses from entirely different parts of the world, each with its own fascinating history and distinctive character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighing an impressive 57.37g in total, this is a substantial piece of jewellery with a generous sterling silver content, finished in gold plating. The beautifully constructed chain, individually crafted decorative elements and carefully integrated claw-set Libyan Desert Glass reflect the quality and attention to detail invested in its creation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe versatile chain design allows the necklace to be worn at approximately 47cm or extended to 76cm, offering two distinctly different looks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA remarkable, one-of-a-kind creation for collectors and jewellery lovers who appreciate exceptional natural stones, substantial precious metal craftsmanship and truly original design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoldavite Weight: 5.4g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Necklace Weight: 57.37g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials: Gold-Plated Sterling Silver, Natural Moldavite \u0026amp; Libyan Desert Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoldavite Locality: Chlum, Czech Republic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNecklace Length: 47cm or 76cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Craftsmanship: Swiss-designed, handcrafted in Bali\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"height: 35.4141px; width: 100.623%;\" width=\"559\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.4141px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.4141px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\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 \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 \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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Moldavite NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55735803642147,"sku":"SR826P3","price":946.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/1020\/8035\/files\/2AF828A8-5C37-4C6F-9ED2-1A689C419C26.jpg?v=1787885871","url":"https:\/\/moldavite.co.nz\/products\/gold-plated-moldavite-libyan-desert-glass-necklace-5-4g-chlum","provider":"Moldavite NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}