20 Libyan Desert Glass Cabochon – Hand-Carved from an Asteroid Impact – 336 Carats
This listing features exactly 20 unique, hand-carved Libyan Desert Glass cabochons, as shown in the images.
Each cabochon in this set showcases the striking beauty of Libyan Desert Glass, also known as Great Sand Sea Glass. Formed approximately 29 million years ago by an intense asteroid or comet impact, this rare glass was created when Earth’s sand melted under extreme temperatures, estimated at over 1600°C (2900°F). The impact site spans the border region of present-day Libya and Egypt. Originally a mystery with theories suggesting lunar origins, scientists now confirm that these formations resulted from cosmic collisions on Earth, with meteorite particles found in the glass adding to its cosmic heritage.
Size: Approximate range from 1.8 cm to 2.4 cm (0.7" to 0.9")
