{"title":"Libyan Desert Glass","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"861\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDiscover our collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eLibyan Desert Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the world's most remarkable natural impact glasses, found within the \u003cstrong data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eGreat Sand Sea\u003c\/strong\u003e of the eastern Sahara, spanning south-western Egypt and eastern Libya.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eCurrent scientific research indicates that Libyan Desert Glass formed approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e29 million years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e when an extreme high-energy event generated temperatures sufficient to melt vast quantities of silica-rich desert sand into natural glass. While the impact origin is widely accepted, researchers continue to investigate the precise mechanism responsible for its formation, making it an active area of geological research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eLibyan Desert Glass has been recognised for thousands of years. Its historical significance extends to Ancient Egypt, where a carved scarab fashioned from this distinctive yellow glass was incorporated into the pectoral jewellery of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eTutankhamun\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing one of the earliest known examples of natural impact glass being used in decorative art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eOur collection showcases specimens selected for their provenance, natural characteristics and geological interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eAs our collection continues to grow, additional Libyan Desert Glass specimens will be added.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"lawkg8\" data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eWhy Collect Libyan Desert Glass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n431iy\" data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003eNatural impact glass from the Great Sand Sea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9o8reu\" data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eFormed approximately 29 million years ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vpbyuw\" data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eHistorically associated with Ancient Egypt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"482y2t\" data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003eMentioned in connection with Tutankhamun's famous pectoral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v3kcho\" data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003eEvery specimen is naturally unique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11pcubr\" data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2217\"\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=\"2219\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003eFeatured Specimens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003eOur collection may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vrffxx\" data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eRaw Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bc1b3m\" data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eCollector Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m1n023\" data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003eDisplay Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1342d0x\" data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003ePolished Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u136rf\" data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eJewellery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003eAs our collection grows, additional Libyan Desert Glass specimens and preparations will become available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r8frcv\" data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2503\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"b2rlnn\" data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2537\"\u003eWhat is Libyan Desert Glass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2751\"\u003eLibyan Desert Glass is a naturally occurring impact glass found within the Great Sand Sea of Egypt and Libya. It is composed primarily of silica and is recognised for its distinctive yellow to pale golden colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bo1twe\" data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2790\"\u003eIs Libyan Desert Glass a tektite?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2962\"\u003eNo. Libyan Desert Glass is generally classified as a natural impact glass rather than a tektite because its formation and characteristics differ from recognised tektites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ye0ddq\" data-start=\"2964\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eHow old is Libyan Desert Glass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003eCurrent research indicates that Libyan Desert Glass formed approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3098\"\u003e29 million years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1m80our\" data-start=\"3101\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003eWhy is Libyan Desert Glass associated with Tutankhamun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3373\"\u003eA carved scarab made from Libyan Desert Glass was used in the pectoral discovered within the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, making it one of the earliest known uses of natural impact glass in decorative jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rf1lnw\" data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3433\"\u003eIs the origin of Libyan Desert Glass fully understood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3435\" data-end=\"3618\"\u003eIts formation is widely accepted as the result of an extreme high-energy event. However, aspects of the impact process continue to be investigated through ongoing geological research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jmb2nj\" data-start=\"3620\" data-end=\"3642\"\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3644\" data-end=\"3674\"\u003eYou may also be interested in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3676\" data-end=\"3774\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xnuq7j\" data-start=\"3676\" data-end=\"3703\"\u003eImpactites \u0026amp; Impact Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mj76gd\" data-start=\"3704\" data-end=\"3714\"\u003eTektites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13kygit\" data-start=\"3715\" data-end=\"3729\"\u003eDarwin Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8xdzqy\" data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"3752\"\u003eAtacama Impact Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"52cvwt\" data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3774\"\u003eMeteorite Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"libyan-desert-glass-specimen","title":"Libyan Desert Glass Specimen","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"481\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOwn an individually selected \u003cstrong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"412\"\u003eLibyan Desert 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=\"483\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eEach specimen displays its own natural combination of colour, transparency, texture and form, making every piece unique. Preserved in its natural condition, these specimens showcase the distinctive characteristics that have made Libyan Desert Glass one of the world's most recognisable natural impact glasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"927\"\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=\"1396\" data-end=\"1419\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSpecimen Preparation\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eThese specimens are supplied in their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1484\"\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=\"1619\" data-end=\"1647\"\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=\"1649\" data-end=\"2240\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1659\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1670\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eBenefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1693\" 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Store separately from harder minerals to help preserve the specimen's natural surface characteristics. Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth or brush if required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xl633v\" data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2847\"\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mkrpau\" data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"3000\"\u003eEvery Libyan Desert Glass specimen is naturally unique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oppx0k\" data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003eNatural variations in colour, transparency, texture, shape and surface features are expected and are not considered faults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GeoFossils","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45455805011,"sku":"80316343-1","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1113\/8154\/products\/Mineral_-_Libyan_Gold.jpg?v=1631723076"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/collections\/libyan-desert-glass.oembed","provider":"GeoFossils","version":"1.0","type":"link"}