Sikhote-Alin Meteorite. Iron, IIAB. Maritime Territory, Siberia, Russia - (46°09'36"N, 134° 39'12"E). Witnessed Fa...

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Sikhote-Alin Meteorite
Iron, IIAB
Maritime Territory, Siberia, Russia - (46°09'36"N, 134° 39'12"E)
Witnessed Fall: February 12, 1947, 10:30 am local time

A "meteorite's meteorite" from a visual perspective, this offering consists of a rare, uncleaned individual with original patina of Sikhote-Alin material. Fine, flowing regmaglypts and evidence of an original fusion characterize this specimen weighing 201 grams. In addition to the highly textural surface and numerous shallow craters, the contrast of coloration, with the reddish patina against the dark metallic hue, is quite visually impressive. The rugged and sharp example is rather atypical for material from the witnessed fall.
Measurements: 2.94 x 1.81 x 1.24 inches (7.48 x 4.59 x 3.14 cm), weighs 201.3 grams

Provenance: The Geoff Notkin Collection

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