Libyan Desert Glass Libyan Desert Glass Area Great Sand...
Libyan Desert Glass Libyan Desert Glass Area Great Sand Sea Western Desert, Egypt The rather unique material known as Libyan Desert Glass is a form of impactite, which occurs when a meteorite impacts the Earth under rather special circumstances. This green and glassy specimen weighing 202.6 grams checks all the boxes with a pleasing coloration, tactile cratering over its hard surface, significance translucency, and even tiny patches that reveal the true nature of the glass on the inside of the naturally compelling form. This is simply a nice example of "LDG" with great shape and exquisite coloration. The size, coupled with the intense texture, results in one collectible example. Measurements: 3.41 x 2.71 x 1.30 inches (8.65 x 6.88 x 3.31 cm), weighs 202.6 grams HID09710052018 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
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Libyan Desert Glass Libyan Desert Glass Area Great Sand Sea Western Desert, Egypt The rather unique material known as Libyan Desert Glass is a form of impactite, which occurs when a meteorite impacts the Earth under rather special circumstances. This green and glassy specimen weighing 202.6 grams checks all the boxes with a pleasing coloration, tactile cratering over its hard surface, significance translucency, and even tiny patches that reveal the true nature of the glass on the inside of the naturally compelling form. This is simply a nice example of "LDG" with great shape and exquisite coloration. The size, coupled with the intense texture, results in one collectible example. Measurements: 3.41 x 2.71 x 1.30 inches (8.65 x 6.88 x 3.31 cm), weighs 202.6 grams HID09710052018 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
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