Description
Yellow Libyan desert glass and sterling silver wire wrapped pendant.
Size: 53 x 14 x 10 mm. 6 grams.
Stone from the eastern Sahara / Libyan Desert in western Egypt.
Libyan desert glass is a rare and mysterious material that was formed by a meteorite impact or an airburst in the Sahara desert about 29 million years ago. It is mostly composed of silica and has a transparent to translucent yellow to golden color. It was used by ancient Egyptians to make tools, weapons, and jewelry, such as the scarab pendant found in King Tutankhamen's tomb. Libyan desert glass has metaphysical properties that are related to its solar energy and origin. It is said to enhance willpower, manifestation, spiritual healing, and protection. It can also help reduce stress, calm the nerves, and improve respiratory health.