LIBYAN DESERT GLASSLIBYAN DESERT GLASS What’s all the commotion? 29 million years ago a mysterious silica-rich natural glass, called Libyan Desert Glass (LDG) was formed. Also known as Libyan Gold Tektite or Great Sand Sea Glass, this fascinating stone is found between sand dunes in western Egypt's southwestern corner of the Great Sand Sea (modern day Sahara Desert, in what is Western Egypt and Eastern Libya), glittering as glass gems under the radiant desert Sun. This golden glass, usually yellow in color,...
From Impact to Artifact: The Story of Libyan Desert GlassIn the quiet, endless sands of the Sahara Desert, a rare treasure lay hidden for centuries. This wasn’t just any gemstone—it was Libyan Desert Glass, a unique "desert glass" born from a powerful cosmic event. For thousands of years, it remained untouched in the Great Sand Sea, its glowing yellow-green beauty buried beneath the sand. When it was finally discovered, this extraordinary glass captured the imaginations of collectors and history enthusiasts around the world. Each piece of L...
TEKTITES & PSEUDO TEKTITESTEKTITES AND PSEUDO TEKTITES: Tucson Gem show 2022, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook are buzzing with talks of MOLDAVITE, but did you know there are more varieties of tektites (and pseudo tektites) than just MOLDAVITE?! Read on to find out! Don’t miss out on these hidden gems! TEKTITES: Moldavite, Microtektite, Australite, Bediasite, Indochinite, Philippinite, Javanite, Uruguaite, Bikolite, Billitonite, Chinite, Darwin Glass, Georgiaite, Irghizite, Ivorite, Zhamanshinite, Atacamaite, And Lib...
Tourmaline Metaphysical PropertiesWhat is Tourmaline? Tourmaline is a unique and versatile crystal that has been used for centuries in many cultures for its metaphysical properties. This mineral is known for its ability to balance and align the chakras, as well as its protective and grounding qualities. It is also believed to have a positive effect on the mind and emotions, making it a popular choice for meditation and spiritual practices. Tourmaline is a type of silicate mineral that can be found in a wide range of colors, i...