Moldavite
A type of tektite, moldavite was formed approximately 15 million years ago when surface materials were ejected, instantly melted, and vitrified by a meteorite impact in southern Germany, scattering the glass across an area 250 km away.
The beautiful brilliance of Moldavite
Basic Information
| English Name | Moldavite |
|---|---|
| Japanese Name | Moldau-seki (Moldavite) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ approx. 75%, Al₂O₃ approx. 10%, etc. |
| Classification | Amorphous |
| Hardness | 5–6 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.33 |