Large moldavite with big closed bubble

A rare phenomena of visible closed bubble in a raw moldavite.The bubble is visible due to its size (about 7mm) and located close to the moldavite surface. A jagged surface of moldavites (sculpture) usually makes it impossible to see the closed bubbles.

It is easier to spot closed bubbles in moldavites if you dip the stone into water or ideally an immersion liquid.The liquid will diminsh the influence of the surface on transparency.

Dimensions: 45 x 38 x 12mm
Weight: 35.61g (178.05ct)
Shape: Elipsoid – natural fragment
Undamaged
Deposit: Zatáčka – Dobrkovská Lhotka
Color: Olive green
Shiny surface

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