This 5.97-gram raw Czech Moldavite is a small stone with a strong personality. It weighs 5.97 grams and measures 26x20x11 mm, compact but with enough thickness to have real presence in the hand. The 11mm depth is what sets it apart from the many flat, thin Moldavites you see at this weight. Pick it up and you immediately feel its three-dimensional solidity. It is not a flake or a sliver. It is a proper, well-formed tektite with body to it.
Moldavite is found only in one region on Earth, the Czech Republic and a small surrounding area, and it formed only once, 14.7 million years ago. There is no new Moldavite forming. There never will be. What exists today in collections and in the ground is the entire supply that will ever exist. That reality gives every piece its own layer of significance, regardless of size.
The deep green color of this stone is excellent for its weight class. Hold it to any light source and the interior comes alive with a translucency that is completely characteristic of genuine Czech Moldavite. The natural surface texture the ridges, grooves, and organic sculpting formed during the stone's original flight and cooling is well-preserved and clear. You can feel every detail with your fingertips.
This is an ideal piece for someone building their first Moldavite collection, adding a specific weight to an existing set, or looking for a stone that is genuinely compact but still visually impressive. We source directly from legal Czech Republic localities and stand behind the authenticity of every stone we sell. Reach out today for current pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does raw Czech Moldavite look like at 5–6 grams?
In this weight range, raw Czech Moldavite pieces typically measure between 20 and 35 mm across and have a deep green color with a naturally sculpted surface. This 5.97 gr piece measures 26x20x11 mm, compact but notably thick, with a well-developed natural surface texture.
Is 5.97 gr Moldavite a good size to collect?
Yes. The 5–7 gram range is one of the most practical and popular categories among Czech Moldavite collectors. Pieces in this range are large enough to display and handle comfortably, show the natural surface clearly, and represent genuine rarity at a more accessible level than larger specimens.
Where does Czech Moldavite come from?
Czech Moldavite is found exclusively in the South Bohemian and South Moravian regions of the Czech Republic. It formed 14.7 million years ago when a meteorite impact in what is now the Nördlinger Ries crater in southern Germany sent molten rock flying across the Bohemian region, where it cooled into the green glass we call Moldavite.
