The geologic origin of Libyan Desert Glass has puzzled researchers, but the common belief is that it is a result of a meteorite impact or airburst near the border of Libya/Egypt around 29 million years ago. The glass is nearly pure silica which requires temperatures above 1,600℃ to form (hotter than any igneous rock on Earth). Today it is found scattered amongst the desert sand dunes of the region.
Historically Libyan Desert Glass was knapped for tools. Most famously it was discovered in King Tut's burial chamber - a carved scarab desert glass decorating an ornate breastplate.
This Libyan Desert Glass Scarab is hand-carved with a unique, ancient pattern, making it a one-of-a-kind collectible.
4.785 carats / 12.7 x 9.9 x 6.1 mm / naturally occurring gas bubbles to be expected
Estimate: $225 - $235
