CHINGA ATAXITE

CHG347

Complete Slice

A complete slice of Ataxite from the locale of Chinga, Russia greater than 6″ length. Polished on one side. Displayed in a 8 x 6″ riker mount.

165 x 70 x 4 mm

348 g complete slice

PPG: $5.00

$1,740.00

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Chinga

Location:
  • Russia
Found: 1913
Group:
  • Iron
Type:
  • Ataxite
Class:
  • IVB
Total known weight: 250 kg +

Many masses, individuals up to 20kg, were found in the Chinga stream, a tributary of the Upper Yenisei from the Tanno-ola Mts. The character of the Chinga iron individuals is somewhat flat, sharp shrapnel-like individuals. The location was revisited and additional specimens were found.