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

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Sikhote-Alin Meteorite "Shrapnel" Pendant
Iron, IIAB
Maritime Territory, Siberia, Russia - (46°09'36"N, 134° 39'12"E)
Witnessed Fall: February 12, 1947, 10:30 am local time
1.67 x 0.91 x 0.27 inches (4.25 x 2.31 x 0.68 cm)

This spectacular 11.25-gram specimen of the Sikhote-Alin Meteorite has an abundance of character on both sides with nice form and a rich gunmetal hue. The unique object has been fashioned into a pendant with a custom Sterling Silver setting, perfect for that special person. This lovely piece of "shrapnel" from the famous witnessed meteorite fall has a lot to offer and is just beckoning to be attached to a necklace by a lucky owner.

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