How Many Tektites Are There?

Four principal tektite types can be distinguished: (1) microtektites, (2) Muong-Nong type tektites, (3) splash-form tektites, and (4) australites.

Are tektites valuable?

On average, tektites are not that valuable. Tektites, particularly from Indochina, are very common and have limited value. Value increases in the west: tektites can be bought much cheaper at the source. Moldavites, with a beautiful green colour, are considered as gemstones and the value is therefore enhanced.

What is the rarest tektite?

Ivory Coast Tektite 1.66g

By far the most rarest are those from the Ivory Coast strewnfield. These are believed to have been formed during the impact…