Shape is one of the things that makes Moldavite collecting so endlessly interesting. Two stones with almost the same weight can look completely different from each other, and this 5.44-gram Czech Moldavite is a perfect example of that. It weighs 5.44 grams and measures 33x15x9 mm, long and slim, with a pronounced elongated form that sets it apart from the more rounded or compact pieces in this weight class.
The 33mm length is what catches the eye first. For something just over 5 grams, 33mm is a significant span. The narrow 15mm width keeps it sleek. The 9mm thickness gives it enough body to feel like a real, solid piece rather than a thin sliver. Altogether, the proportions create something that looks almost custom-shaped, pointed, directional, and graceful in a way that rounder stones simply are not.
The deep green color runs beautifully along the length of the stone. Because the piece is relatively thin at 15mm across, light travels through the body more completely, and the edges show a warm green translucency when held to a lamp or window. The natural surface texture is visible across the full length, organically formed ridges and flow lines that were fixed into the glass during the original meteorite impact event 14.7 million years ago.
Elongated Moldavite pieces like this one have a distinctive visual presence on a display tray. They read immediately as something different from the rest of the collection. We source all our Moldavite directly from legal Czech localities and personally inspect every stone. Contact us today to ask about current pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are some Moldavite pieces elongated?
Moldavite formed when molten terrestrial glass flew through the air after a meteorite impact. The shape each piece took was determined by its size, speed, temperature, and cooling rate in flight. Elongated pieces likely cooled quickly while still stretched or spinning, preserving that elongated form permanently in the glass.
Is elongated Moldavite rarer than round Moldavite?
No specific shape of Moldavite is inherently rarer than another, but elongated pieces with well-preserved edges and natural surface texture are not always easy to find at any given weight. Shape variety is part of what makes building a Moldavite collection enjoyable; no two pieces are ever the same.
