{"product_id":"silver-wire-wrapped-moldavite-earrings-2-32g-chlum","title":"Silver Wire-Wrapped Moldavite Earrings | 2.32g | Chlum","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully handcrafted pair of Natural Moldavite earrings, featuring two richly textured specimens from Chlum, Czech Republic, with a combined Moldavite weight of 2.32g.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone has been individually wrapped in silver wire by a highly skilled local New Zealand artisan, whose exceptional attention to detail and intricate wirework transform these natural specimens into beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewellery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur local wire-wrapping artisan has developed a remarkable ability to work with the irregular shapes and textures of Natural Moldavite, creating elaborate designs that complement rather than conceal the stones. Every twist, coil and carefully positioned strand of wire is shaped by hand, requiring considerable patience, precision and artistic skill. No two creations are ever quite the same.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese earrings feature elegant, elongated, leaf-shaped frames, intricately constructed with tightly coiled silver wire and delicate woven accents. Suspended within each open frame is a rugged, deep forest-green Moldavite specimen, held by gracefully curved strands of silver wire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contrast between the dark, naturally sculptured Moldavite and the refined silver wirework is particularly striking. The open design allows light to reach the stones while giving the earrings a lovely sense of movement and lightness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough carefully matched as a pair, each Moldavite retains its own unique natural formation and surface texture, adding to the individuality of these handcrafted pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive pair of earrings that celebrates both the extraordinary natural beauty of Czech Moldavite and the skill of a talented New Zealand craftsperson.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMoldavite Weight: 2.32 grams\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials: Silver and Moldavite\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLocality:  Chlum\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\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\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moldavite NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56000441057571,"sku":"DV1126L1-ER1","price":439.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/1020\/8035\/files\/library-01A8A143-1901-4CA3-86C3-A322BDB1A444-L0-001.jpg?v=1793836380","url":"https:\/\/moldavite.co.nz\/products\/silver-wire-wrapped-moldavite-earrings-2-32g-chlum","provider":"Moldavite NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}