{"product_id":"6g-libyan-desert-glass-ancient-cosmic-impact-specimen-from-egypts-western-desert-copy","title":"4.9g Natural Libyan Desert Glass Collector's Specimen","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"641\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOwn a genuine fragment of one of Earth's rarest natural treasures with this \u003cstrong data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"230\"\u003e4.9-gram Natural Libyan Desert Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e specimen. Formed approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e29 million years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e, this remarkable piece was created when an immense meteorite impact generated temperatures exceeding \u003cstrong data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"399\"\u003e1,700°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, instantly melting the silica-rich sands of the Sahara Desert into beautiful natural glass. Its elegant elongated form, warm buttery-yellow colour and naturally weathered surface make it a striking example of this extraordinary impact glass.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003eRecovered from the remote \u003cstrong data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"687\"\u003eGreat Sand Sea\u003c\/strong\u003e along the Egypt-Libya border, Libyan Desert Glass is composed of approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e98% pure silica\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the purest natural glasses found on Earth. Highly prized by collectors and scientists alike, this remarkable material also played a role in ancient history, having been carved into the famous scarab at the centre of Pharaoh Tutankhamun's ceremonial pectoral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ajtcon\" data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003eThe Details You Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1520\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.9 grams\u003cbr data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16mm × 31mm × 13mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Libyan Desert Glass\u003cbr data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 29 million years old\u003cbr data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great Sand Sea, Egypt-Libya Border, Sahara Desert\u003cbr data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale golden yellow with natural mineral inclusions\u003cbr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 98% Silica (Natural Impact Glass)\u003cbr data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1477\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-of-a-kind natural collector's specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"j6to6\" data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eWhy Libyan Desert Glass?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003eLibyan Desert Glass is unlike any other natural glass on Earth. Rather than forming through volcanic activity, scientists believe it was created during an immense meteorite impact that unleashed extraordinary heat and pressure, transforming vast areas of desert sand into translucent golden glass in an instant. Every specimen is a rare remnant of this ancient cosmic event, preserving a tangible connection between Earth and space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003eModern crystal traditions often associate Libyan Desert Glass with transformation, confidence and embracing positive change. Its incredible journey—from molten silica created by a catastrophic impact to a treasured natural specimen millions of years later—has made it a symbol of resilience, growth and new beginnings. While these metaphysical meanings are based on spiritual beliefs rather than scientific evidence, they continue to add to the fascination surrounding this remarkable natural glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003eWhether displayed as part of a mineral collection, appreciated for its connection to Ancient Egypt or admired as a relic of one of Earth's greatest geological events, this authentic Libyan Desert Glass specimen is a truly exceptional piece of natural history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46313517088964,"sku":"S894","price":130.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S894LibyanDesertGlass_1.webp?v=1782479101","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/6g-libyan-desert-glass-ancient-cosmic-impact-specimen-from-egypts-western-desert-copy","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}