A natural meteorite specimen, as found, having no fusion crust, this iron fragmented upon entry of earth atmosphere. Once part of a large iron meteorite broken under the pressure of atmospheric friction and pressure. The shrapnel of these fragmented meteorites  demonstrates the explosive power of asteroid impact.  The taiga strewn field of Sikhote Alin, Russia were scattered with fragments as well as fusion individuals. Some specimens exhibit both characteristics: regmaglypts and fusion crusted on one side and a broken crystalline fragment on the other. It is rare but it tells a story, like the last few seconds of atmospheric entry the meteorite broke along a crystal boundary.

The 53 gram, solid nugget has not been wire brushed. Surrounded by points and a round side which indicate orientation. Gentle cleaning may be undertaken as needed.

35 x 30 x 20 mm

$150.00