Seymchan Meteorite Slice. Pallasite, PMG. Magadanskaya Oblast, Russia - (62° 54'N, 152° 26'E). Found: June 1967...

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Seymchan Meteorite Slice
Pallasite, PMG
Magadanskaya Oblast, Russia - (62° 54'N, 152° 26'E)
Found: June 1967
1.44 x 1.12 x 0.21 inches (3.67 x 2.84 x 0.53 cm)

This beautiful silver-hued Seymchan Meteorite slice exhibits the coveted Widmanstätten pattern, which is unique to each meteorite and can be used much like a fingerprint to identify where pieces and slices may have been recovered. The metallic specimen is in fantastic condition with an irregular rectangular form that measures 1.44 inches (4.05 cm) tall, making it an exceptional offering from Russia. Contrasting against the expertly cut surfaces is an unfinished top edge that showcases the natural, uncut material that exhibits a tantalizing texture. This is a great offering with a lot of character.

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