Libyan Desert Glass. Beautiful meteorite impact - 23 g
No. 87844135
Libyan Desert Glass. Beautiful meteorite impact - 16.6 g
No. 87844135
Libyan Desert Glass. Beautiful meteorite impact - 16.6 g
Formed by a massive impact near the Libyan border with Egypt, this impactite is one of the most sought after type. As a result of the heat and pressure of the impact event, desert sands were melted and formed an impact glass in a a wide range of shapes and colors from yellowish-white to yellow and black-yellow.
They can have aerodynamic features similar to meteorites as a result of being thrown into the air in a molten state.
Ancient Egyptians already knew about these rocks, and they picked them up and used them to make tools and jewelry for the Pharaohs.
Picture 2 shows the famous Winged Scarab Pendant of Tutankhamun.
Last picture is the area where the pieces of Libyan Glass are found.
In auction a magnificent piece of translucent Libyan Desert Glass.
Certificate of authenticity included. IMCA 5591.
Packages are usually sent the morning after the auction. Shipping is combined in all my listings - if you win multiple items, only one shipping cost is paid.
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