MOLDAVITES were formed almost 15
million years ago when a very large meteor, just under a mile across, slammed
into what is now southern Germany, creating the Ries Impact Basin, also called
the Ries crater. Material was blasted out as described above, with the first
recovered specimens being found in the late 1700's in the MOLDAU River Valley
(in what is now the Czech Republic), hence the name MOLDAVITES. They usually
appear as dull and darkish green in color when held in your hand but become
beautifully translucent when held up to a light source. Prized by some
New-Agers for their healing, magical and mystical properties, we prefer you
appreciate them for their stunning beauty, rarity and scientific other-worldly
origin. Just please remember, MOLDAVITES ARE NOT FROM SPACE! They are the
splash, the ejecta, from when a massive meteor (which IS FROM SPACE!) collided
with the Earth but they, themselves, are NOT FROM
SPACE!
This particular pendant features two MOLDAVITE specimens, both of which have been thin-cut and polished on their front surfaces. ALL of the metal in this pendant is Sterling Silver. The whole pendant measures 1 3/8" tall as it hangs, 9/16" at its widest point, and 1/8" at its thickest point. The total, combined weight of the MOLDAVITE specimens is 4.1 cts and the total weight of the pendant is 3.3 grams, which does NOT include
the weight of the chain.
The above
photos are of the actual pendant that you will receive. A ruler
and a quarter are shown in the one photo for scale and reference and all
measurements are to the nearest 1/16th of an inch but rounded down, NOT up. The
length/height is measured from the top of the setting to the bottom but does not
include the bail or any part of its structure or the jump ring. Each pendant is
custom made by hand, based on the individual specimen. The back of the jump ring is stamped with
the "shooting star" logo of STARBORN CREATIONS along with "925" to authenticate
that this is a Sterling Silver setting. To make this a complete gift, we also
include an 18" (with a 2" extension) snake chain. The chain that is included is Sterling
Silver plating over Brass, NOT solid Sterling Silver. As chain lengths and style are highly
personal, it is possible to easily replace the included gift chain with a
different one of your choosing, whether from your own collection or from your
favorite jeweler. A descriptive identification/authentication card is included with each MOLDAVITE pendant, along with our contact information stamped on the back, for quick and easy reference, if needed.
I have tried to show this pendant in the ways in which you might look at it as you held it in your hands, from front to back, top to bottom, side to side, and of course, held up in front of a bright light. All photos were taken with 3 daylight, color-balanced, compact fluorescent bulbs to provide even and consistent lighting results, whether photographed against a white or gray background. As a result, I have NOT had to adjust the brightness or contrast of the posted photos. They do show the most accurate color and shading nuances. However, the bright "hot spots" visible on the silver surfaces are the results of reflections from these lights. PLEASE NOTE: Our photo "studio" is controlled and maintained by Grace and Andi, who have generously contributed some of their own hair to "highlight and enhance" the background of some of our photos, since they do spend about 20 hours a day sleeping there. This was done without our knowledge or permission and we tried our best to remove all that we could before we started shooting...and we failed, miserably! While this IS an apparent "feature" of some of our photos, we will NOT be including any cat hair with your purchase!
STARBORN jewelry purchases are NOT eligible for our usual, multi-item postage refund, since the cost of postage is NOT figured in to the final selling price. We cover the cost of postage as our way of saying Thank You for your fine jewelry purchase. You can combine this with other non-STARBORN items that I am selling to receive a refund for each additional item after the first, once shipped, not including any STARBORN items. This refund reflects my savings in postage fees by combining your orders and is based on the total weight of the items. International buyers are eligible for the multi-item discount on all non-STARBORN purchases WHEN YOU USE THE SHOPPING CART FEATURE AND PAY FOR ALL OF YOUR ITEMS IN A SINGLE PAYMENT (which will ALWAYS help you to save on shipping for ALL multi-item international purchases) and receive free shipping to the Global Shipping Program Center in Kentucky, USA, but are responsible for all additional fees for postage, customs, tariffs, and/or any other import charges.
BUY WITH CONFIDENCE with our GUARANTEE! We have tried to present as clear a picture and description of each item as possible. However, if you are not happy with your decision, you can either exchange or return your STARBORN purchase, no questions asked, within 30 days of receiving it, as long as it is still in new, unaltered/undamaged condition, and returned with any/all accompanying paperwork or certification. Buyer is responsible for postage, both ways in the event of an exchange, and for return postage in the event of a return. All refunds on returns will be minus our original postage costs. Any questions? Contact me.