Description
Libyan Desert Glass – A nice yellow translucent piece of this fascinating gem material. It was formed about 26 million years ago when a meteorite struck in the Sarara desert between Libya and Egypt. Although some people believe that it is a true meteorite (formed in outer space), it is more generally believed that it originates from sand which was struck by a meteorite and melted, and combines extraterrestrial and terrestrial properties.
This piece is 6.8g and measures 1-3/8″.
It is displayed in a black Rikers Mount.
A scarab made from Libyan Desert Glass was found in King Tut’s tomb on his pectoral.
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