Besednice Moldavites (pronounced "Bes ed neet' sa") are prized tektites for their eclectic exotic shapes, clarity and amazing green color. These tektites from this particular area near Locenice, southern Bohemia, are named Besednice Moldavite, which are characterized by sharp projecting points protruding out in all directions from the Moldavite body, are unique in form, and exceptional in quality. The specimens we carry have been selected for shape and surface texture. The Besednice specimens are considered by many collectors to be the most beautiful of all Moldavite due, to the incredible emerald green color, the unusual shapes and translucency of these rare tektites that are 14.7 million years old. Moldavites are more rare than diamonds or sapphires.

The clay pits at Besednice, Czech Republic, have been closed for ten years. Moldavite hunters burrowing beneath the 10-foot banks were encroaching on protected forestland (and getting themselves killed). The area is now behind patrolled chain-link fencing and reportedly is slated to become a national park. Folks that provided a supplemental income for their families by digging these fine gems are now selling their "keepers". When they're gone, they're gone. I deal directly with buyers in the Czech Republic who buy from the locals. At the big Tucson show this year (January,2007), Czech dealers were asking 3 to 5 times the prices seen just a few years ago. Very soon they will be essentially out of reach (or simply not available at all).