{"product_id":"true-hedgehog-1-77g-besednice-jezkovna","title":"True Hedgehog | 1.77g | Besednice Jezkovna","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-(--sticky-padding-top)\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn exquisite \u003cstrong\u003e1.77 gram Moldavite\u003c\/strong\u003e from the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eBesednice Ježkovna\u003c\/strong\u003e locality, displaying the unmistakable hedgehog morphology that has made this deposit one of the most famous and desirable Moldavite localities in the world. Perfectly intact, this specimen is a beautiful example of the intricate natural sculpture that serious collectors actively seek.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece exhibits a striking rosette-like form, with a pronounced central ridge from which finely sculptured radiating lobes spread across the surface. Deep grooves, crisp peaks and beautifully defined flow textures combine to create exceptional three-dimensional relief, while the delicate, serrated edges enhance its unmistakable hedgehog character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeld to the light, the specimen reveals a soft olive-green translucency with remarkable internal clarity. The thinner outer margins glow beautifully, highlighting the intricate sculpturing and creating dramatic contrasts between the raised ridges and recessed valleys. Every angle reveals fresh details, making this a captivating specimen to admire under magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its compact size, this Moldavite possesses outstanding presence. The balanced proportions, sharp preservation and classic Ježkovna morphology make it an ideal collector's piece, perfectly representing one of the rarest and most highly prized Moldavite localities. As commercial production at Besednice ceased many years ago, fine intact specimens such as this continue to become increasingly scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA superb example of true Besednice Ježkovna Moldavite—small enough to appreciate in the hand, yet rich in detail, rarity and natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoldavite Weight: 1.77g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: True Hedgehog \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocality: Besednice Jezkovna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\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 \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","brand":"Moldavite NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55406954217763,"sku":"MC726HH6","price":390.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/1020\/8035\/files\/10FC19B3-ABC4-488B-953E-4B2DA625FBB1.jpg?v=1785714566","url":"https:\/\/moldavite.co.nz\/products\/true-hedgehog-1-77g-besednice-jezkovna","provider":"Moldavite NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}