meteorite
Moldavite
Tektite
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectGreen color, vitreous luster, amorphous crystal structure, hardness 5.5-6 on Mohs scale.
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Physical properties
Green color, vitreous luster, amorphous crystal structure, hardness 5.5-6 on Mohs scale.
Formation & geological history
Formed by a meteorite impact in southern Germany around 15 million years ago, splashing molten material that cooled rapidly into glass.
Uses & applications
Used in jewelry, collecting, and metaphysical practices.
Geological facts
Moldavite is a type of tektite, a natural glass formed by a meteorite impact.
Field identification & locations
Found primarily in the Czech Republic, it is identifiable by its distinctive olive-green color and surface texture.
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