Moldavite Necklace A – 1.7g (Stainless Steel)

Moldavite Necklace 1.7g (Stainless Steel) – Natural Tektite Pendant on 60cm Chain

Small, rare and born from one of the most dramatic geological events on Earth, the Moldavite Necklace 1.7g (Stainless Steel) features a natural Moldavite piece weighing approximately 1.7g and measuring around 2 x 1.2cm. It comes on an approximately 60cm stainless steel chain, giving the green tektite a clean, uncomplicated setting that keeps the stone itself firmly in focus.

Moldavite is unlike an ordinary gemstone: it is a natural glass created by the immense heat and energy of a meteorite impact. Browse more distinctive stone jewellery in our Gem & Crystal Necklaces collection.

Product Details

• Stone: Moldavite
• Weight: Approx. 1.7g
• Size: Approx. 2 x 1.2cm
• Chain: Stainless steel
• Chain length: Approx. 60cm
• Stone type: Natural tektite / impact glass
• Includes a crystal meaning card
• Natural texture, shape and colour variations are part of the individual stone

Moldavite Necklace – A Tiny Piece of Impact History

Moldavite is a type of tektite, a natural glass formed during a meteorite impact. Around 15 million years ago, the impact that created the Ries crater in what is now Germany generated extraordinary heat and pressure. Molten material was blasted into the atmosphere, cooled while travelling and fell back to Earth across parts of Central Europe.

The green glass pieces now known as Moldavite are found mainly in the Czech Republic, making them both geographically limited and geologically extraordinary.

Explore more pieces featuring this remarkable material in our Moldavite collection.

Why Moldavite Looks So Different from Ordinary Glass

Moldavite can range from translucent olive green through deeper forest and brownish-green tones. Natural pieces often have etched, pitted or sculpted-looking surfaces created through weathering and geological processes over millions of years.

That irregular texture is part of its appeal. Rather than looking like polished bottle glass, Moldavite can have ridges, grooves and uneven surfaces that make even a very small piece visually distinctive.

Did You Know? Moldavite Was Created by a Meteorite – but It Is Not a Meteorite

This is one of the most common points of confusion around Moldavite. The material itself did not arrive from space. Instead, the meteorite impact melted terrestrial material and launched it through the atmosphere, where it cooled into natural glass.

So Moldavite is best described as impact glass or a tektite: an Earth material transformed by an extraterrestrial collision. That combination is one of the reasons collectors find it so fascinating.

Why a 1.7g Moldavite Piece Is Still Special

Moldavite is generally sold by weight, and genuine pieces are often quite small. A 1.7g specimen may sound tiny beside a large quartz point, but with Moldavite the interest lies less in bulk and more in rarity, origin and texture.

At approximately 2 x 1.2cm, this pendant keeps the stone visible while remaining light enough for comfortable necklace wear. The 60cm chain also gives it a longer drop, making it easy to wear on its own or layer with shorter necklaces.

Browse more pendant styles in our wider Necklaces collection.

Moldavite Meaning & Crystal Traditions

Within modern crystal traditions, Moldavite is often associated with transformation, rapid change, spiritual growth, new beginnings and expanded awareness. Its unusual origin has helped give it a particularly strong reputation within contemporary metaphysical communities.

A crystal meaning card is included with the necklace.

Why Stainless Steel Works Well with Moldavite

The cool silver tone of stainless steel creates a clean contrast against Moldavite’s natural green colour without competing with its texture. It also gives the necklace a simple finish that works well with a stone that already has plenty of visual character.

The approximately 60cm chain gives the pendant a longer, relaxed drop. Explore more distinctive pieces across our Jewellery collection.

Caring for a Moldavite Necklace

Moldavite is natural glass, so it can chip if knocked against hard surfaces. Avoid dropping the pendant, crushing it beneath heavier jewellery or exposing it to harsh impacts.

Store the necklace separately when possible and clean it gently with a soft cloth. Stainless steel is relatively easy to care for, but keeping the full necklace dry and away from harsh chemicals will help maintain its appearance.

Pairs Well With

• Clear Quartz – a bright neutral crystal beside Moldavite’s green tones
• Black Obsidian – another natural glass with a completely different geological story
• Libyan Desert Glass – another fascinating impact-related natural glass for collectors who love unusual geology

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Moldavite weigh?

The Moldavite piece weighs approximately 1.7g.

What size is the Moldavite pendant?

It measures approximately 2 x 1.2cm.

How long is the chain?

The necklace comes on an approximately 60cm stainless steel chain.

Is Moldavite a meteorite?

No. Moldavite is a tektite or natural impact glass formed when a meteorite impact melted terrestrial material and blasted it into the atmosphere.

Why is Moldavite green?

Its natural glass composition and formation process produce the characteristic olive, forest and brownish-green tones associated with Moldavite.

What is Moldavite traditionally associated with?

Within modern crystal traditions, Moldavite is commonly associated with transformation, change, spiritual growth, new beginnings and expanded awareness.

Does the necklace include a crystal meaning card?

Yes. A crystal meaning card is included.

Perfect For

• Moldavite collectors
• Tektite and impact-glass enthusiasts
• Natural stone jewellery lovers
• Longer pendant necklaces
• Stainless steel jewellery fans
• Unusual geological specimens
• Anyone fascinated by meteorite-impact history

Just 1.7g, but with around 15 million years of impact history behind it. This Moldavite necklace pairs a naturally textured green tektite with a simple 60cm stainless steel chain, letting one of the world’s most unusual natural glasses take centre stage.