Sikhote-Alin Meteorite Iron, IIAB Maritime Territory, Siberia, Russia...
Sikhote-Alin Meteorite Iron, IIAB Maritime Territory, Siberia, Russia - (46°09'36"N, 134° 39'12"E) Witnessed Fall: 12 February 1947 10:30 am local time This simply gorgeous example of Sikhote-Alin Meteorite with "bunny ears" exhibits a rich metallic gun metal coloration over its convoluted surface, replete with an abundance of regmaglypt 'thumbprints' giving this complete and varied individual an amazing visual appeal. This piece is a work of natural art, and the combination of intense texture, rich coloration and uncommon shape make this example of a rather common Iron meteorite quite uncommon. This creative piece weighs a very robust 428 grams. Overall Measurements: 3.63 x 2.97 x 1.25 inches (9.22 x 7.55 x 3.18 cm), weighs 428 grams [Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]
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Sikhote-Alin Meteorite Iron, IIAB Maritime Territory, Siberia, Russia - (46°09'36"N, 134° 39'12"E) Witnessed Fall: 12 February 1947 10:30 am local time This simply gorgeous example of Sikhote-Alin Meteorite with "bunny ears" exhibits a rich metallic gun metal coloration over its convoluted surface, replete with an abundance of regmaglypt 'thumbprints' giving this complete and varied individual an amazing visual appeal. This piece is a work of natural art, and the combination of intense texture, rich coloration and uncommon shape make this example of a rather common Iron meteorite quite uncommon. This creative piece weighs a very robust 428 grams. Overall Measurements: 3.63 x 2.97 x 1.25 inches (9.22 x 7.55 x 3.18 cm), weighs 428 grams [Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]
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