{"title":"Darwin Glass","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"715\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDiscover our collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eDarwin Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinctive natural impact glass formed during the meteorite impact that created \u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eDarwin Crater\u003c\/strong\u003e in western Tasmania, Australia.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eCurrent geological research indicates that Darwin Glass formed approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"815\"\u003e816,000 years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e when the impact melted local rocks and vegetation, producing natural glass that was dispersed across the surrounding landscape. Unlike tektites, Darwin Glass remained close to its source, preserving evidence of both the impact event and the local geological environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eDarwin Glass is recognised for its dark green to black appearance, often displaying vesicles created by trapped gases and occasional impressions of the vegetation that existed at the time of the impact. These characteristics make every specimen unique and provide valuable insight into one of Australia's confirmed meteorite impact structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003eOur collection showcases Darwin Glass specimens selected for their provenance, natural characteristics and geological interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003eAs our collection continues to grow, additional Darwin Glass specimens will be added.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lm051r\" data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eWhy Collect Darwin Glass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"32nblp\" data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eNatural impact glass from Darwin Crater, Tasmania.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tv2pj6\" data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eFormed approximately 816,000 years ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10u57b2\" data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eAssociated with one of Australia's confirmed impact structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"unb022\" data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eOften preserves natural vesicles and impressions of ancient vegetation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v3kcho\" data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eEvery specimen is naturally unique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11pcubr\" data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003eAn excellent addition to impact glass, meteorite and natural history collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hvay18\" data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eFeatured Specimens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003eOur collection may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vrffxx\" data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eRaw Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bc1b3m\" data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eCollector Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m1n023\" data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eDisplay Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a0dgzc\" data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eComplete Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ry7t69\" data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003eFragment Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eAs our collection grows, additional Darwin Glass specimens and natural forms will become available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r8frcv\" data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"18gm890\" data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003eWhat is Darwin Glass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eDarwin Glass is a natural impact glass formed when a meteorite struck western Tasmania, melting terrestrial material that cooled rapidly into natural glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1g6f6m1\" data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003eIs Darwin Glass a tektite?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003eNo. Darwin Glass is generally classified as a natural impact glass rather than a tektite because it formed and remained close to the impact site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bydnxx\" data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2726\"\u003eWhere is Darwin Glass found?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003eDarwin Glass is found around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2774\"\u003eDarwin Crater\u003c\/strong\u003e in western Tasmania, Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"jl66sv\" data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2848\"\u003eWhat makes Darwin Glass distinctive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"3016\"\u003eMany specimens display natural vesicles created by trapped gases during formation, and some preserve impressions of vegetation that existed at the time of the impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"75p3fd\" data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3062\"\u003eAre all Darwin Glass specimens the same?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3166\"\u003eNo. Every specimen differs naturally in colour, texture, shape, vesicle distribution and preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jmb2nj\" data-start=\"3168\" data-end=\"3190\"\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3222\"\u003eYou may also be interested in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3224\" data-end=\"3329\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xnuq7j\" data-start=\"3224\" 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data-end=\"3329\"\u003eMeteorite Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"darwin-glass-specimen","title":"Darwin Glass Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"426\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOwn an individually selected \u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"357\"\u003eDarwin Glass Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e, photographed so you can choose the exact specimen you will receive.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eEach specimen displays its own natural combination of colour, texture, shape and surface features, making every piece unique. Preserved in its natural condition, Darwin Glass exhibits the distinctive characteristics that make this impact glass a fascinating addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eSuitable for impact glass, meteorite and natural history collections, every specimen is supplied exactly as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vr6efq\" data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1333\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSpecimen Preparation\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eThese specimens are supplied in their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003enatural raw condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. No polishing, stabilisation or enhancement has been carried out, preserving their original surface textures and natural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"a28z65\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eWhy Choose This Specimen?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"2122\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1573\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1584\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eBenefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1607\" 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