Fulgurite - Sahara Desert

This striking fulgurite specimen was formed in the vast sands of the Sahara Desert, where a powerful lightning bolt struck the ground, instantly fusing silica-rich sand into a natural glassy tube. Each fulgurite is a frozen record of a lightning strike—nature’s own high-energy experiment—capturing the immense heat and power of an instant that reached temperatures hotter than the surface of the sun.

Displaying a beautiful contrast between its rough, sand-textured exterior and smooth, glassy interior, this specimen showcases the classic tubular structure typical of desert fulgurites. Lightweight yet incredibly fragile and intricate, it’s a stunning example of geology and meteorology colliding. Perfect for collectors of natural curiosities, geological wonders, or meteorological phenomena, this piece embodies the raw and unpredictable force of nature itself.

Approx. specimen size: 50mm x 18mm x 5mm

Approx. specimen weight: 2.66 grams