10.49 ct. Libyan Desert Glass Scarab with Ankh Carving

$615.00
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10.49 ct. Libyan Desert Glass Scarab with Ankh Carving

This exceptional 10.49-carat scarab carving, expertly crafted from Libyan Desert Glass (also known as Libyan Gold or Golden Tektite), features a beautifully engraved ankh on its underside. Combining two of Ancient Egypt’s most iconic symbols—the scarab and the ankh—this piece is a unique and meaningful talisman. Measuring 16 x 12 x 7 mm, the carving embodies transformation, protection, eternal life, and the balance between earthly and spiritual realms.

Formed approximately 29 million years ago during a meteorite impact or airburst near the border of Libya and Egypt, Libyan Desert Glass is a nearly pure silica glass created by temperatures exceeding 1,600°C. Revered for its cosmic origins and historical significance, it famously adorned King Tutankhamun’s burial artifacts, including the scarab centerpiece on his breastplate.

This unique carving is perfect for meditation, energy work, or as a collector’s centerpiece. Its vibrant yellow hue resonates with the solar plexus chakra, inspiring confidence and personal empowerment while connecting to higher realms of spiritual wisdom.

 

SPECIFICATIONS

  • MINERAL TYPE: Libyan Desert Glass
  • CARVING TYPE: Scarab with Ankh
  • PHENOMENON: None
  • COLOR: Light yellow (buttery to canary yellow)
  • CLARITY: Transparent
  • TRANSPARENCY: Transparent
  • WEIGHT: 10.49 ct.
  • SIZE: 16 x 12 x 7 mm
  • ORIGIN: Libya
  • TREATMENT: None
  • HARDNESS: 6.5-7 (Mohs scale)
  • REFRACTIVE INDEX (RI): 1.46
  • BIREFRINGENCE: None (glass)
  • SPECIFIC GRAVITY (SG): 2.20-2.40
  • CRYSTAL SYSTEM: Amorphous
  • CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: SiO₂ + trace elements

 

VIBRATIONAL FREQUENCY PROFILE

The radiant yellow tones of this Libyan Desert Glass resonate with the solar plexus chakra, promoting clarity, confidence, and empowerment. The scarab symbolizes transformation, rebirth, and renewal, while the ankh amplifies its energy with its connection to the eternal cycle of life and divine wisdom.

As a celestial formation, Libyan Desert Glass carries the energy of cosmic transformation and grounding. Its ability to harmonize the physical and spiritual realms makes it a powerful talisman for spiritual awakening, protection, and illumination.

METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Libyan Desert Glass is a stone of cosmic origin, formed by one of the Earth’s most extraordinary natural events. It facilitates spiritual transformation, grounding celestial energies while unlocking ancient wisdom.

The scarab, a revered symbol in Ancient Egypt, represents rebirth, protection, and the cycles of the sun. It is a reminder of the soul’s power to rise anew from challenges and transform spiritually.

The ankh, known as the "Key of Life," symbolizes immortality, divine connection, and the balance of opposites. Together with the scarab, the ankh creates a talisman of immense spiritual power, enhancing clarity, balance, and the connection to higher realms.

 

*This piece was hand-selected by Ashley for its shape, structure, color, size, and vibrational quality. You will receive the exact piece shown here.

*Please note that most of our photography and some videos are done with a 2x to 10x macro lens, so inclusions may be visible in the photos and videos that you will not see with an unaided eye. While we pride ourselves on our photography that depicts actual color and clarity, colors may be slightly different depending on your screen.

FAQ

JEWELRY

Are the stones and materials you use natural?

Yes! All of the stones we use are high-grade, premium, and 100% natural just as Gaia made them. They are not treated in any way (heat, irradiation, dye, stabilized, etc.) because some treatments alter the vibrational nature of the stone and can be detrimental to the energy field of the wearer. We use either 100% linen or silk thread for our beaded necklaces as they are highly conductive, helping the energy travel powerfully through the piece.

Do pieces come in other sizes or stone combinations?

Each piece made is unique and not made to order. Therefore, this piece cannot be altered and does not come in other sizes or stone combinations. However, if you like this piece and want it longer, made with different stones, or altered in any way, please reach out to request a custom order via the Contact page.

Who made the pieces in your store?

Each piece is handcrafted with intention and love by founder Ashley Sohl. She hand-picks every stone and component that is used, and handmakes each piece with care and attention. We do not believe in mass produced, cookie-cutter jewelry. Sanctuary Vibrational Jewelry makes unique stone ally adornments for inner journeys and personal transformation.

How do you know the vibration of the stones?

The vibrational qualities are painstakingly tested by Ashley using a comibination of ancient and modern vibrational scientific techniques from different schools of thought, including BioGeometry, physical Radiesthesia, New Homeopathy, and more.

Do you use real gold?

Yes! We use solid 14k gold. We recently started offering gold-filled as an option to make pieces accessible to more people. If gold-filled doesn't show up as an option, please contact me to request a custom.

I want a piece that is sold out. What should I do?

Every piece I make is a genuine one of a kind. If you see a piece you like, but is sold out, you can request a custom order to have me make another one. But please be aware that some stones are very rare and I may not be able to source the exact same stones. Use the contact page to send me a message and we can discuss from there.

GEMSTONES & SPECIMENS

I want a gemstone or specimen that is sold out. What should I do?

Each gemstone and specimen in our shop has been hand selected and may be the only one we could acquire. If you see a piece you like, but is sold out, we offer custom sourcing for gemstones, specimens, and rough stones. Please see our Services page to get started.

Do your gemstones come with a certificate of authenticity?

As of the time of this writing, most of our gemstones do not come with a certificate of authenticity. However, we do offer a GIA certificate as an add-on for most gemstones and cabochons. Please note that only certain stones qualify for an identification + origin report (as opposed to just identification). Rough material or specimens are subject to GIA's ability to grade them. If you have questions about certification, please contact us directly.

Are your stones sourced responsibly?

Yes! We have a network of reputable, honest wholesalers, artisinal miners, dealers, and small businesses that align with our core values of fairness and fair trade, equity, transparency, and doing no harm to people and environment. All of our stones are sourced ethically and responsibly.

I'm looking for a specific stone. Can you help me acquire it?

Yes! We offer custom private sourcing for gemstones, specimens, and rough material, however, our specialty is rare, collector-grade stones, and rare combination stones and specimens. As a GIA alumni and having been in the trade for many years, our founder has a network of dedicated, passionate rockhounds, gemologists, gem dealers, artisinal miners, and wholesalers around the world. She also has direct legal access to the emerald mines in Pakistan and Afghanistan where the world's top emeralds come from. Please see our Services page for more information about our custom private sourcing services.