{"title":"All Meteorites","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"yin-and-yang-pendant-made-from-the-aletai-and-sericho-meteorites-pm085","title":"Yin and Yang pendant made with Aletai and Sericho meteorites - P\/M085","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to attach the meteorite to the jewel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an and pallasite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China and Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 12.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3.1 x 2.7 x 0.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: resin filled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful etching with the so-called Widmanstätten pattern and high-quality olivines in the pallasite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification refers to meteorites with a particular chemical composition and crystallographic structure. Meteorites in this group generally exhibit an octahedral structure, meaning that when cut and polished, they display distinctive patterns called Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, like Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands forming the typical octahedral pattern. Aletai is exceptional because it has the highest gold concentration in the IIIE group and a significantly higher iridium concentration than other meteorites in this group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that found in the Earth's crust, it was precisely the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary, about 65 million years ago, that formed the basis of the theory that the impact of a giant meteorite may have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region, and the total mass found is estimated at around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The dispersal field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in the identification of the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today they all bear the unified name Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that by changing the angle of illumination, the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite also changes, making the sample appear sparkling. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystalline structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the bright, mirror-like inclusions of the mineral Schreibersite. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus brought to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide but is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color ranges from bronze to brass yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. This rare mineral has been discovered in several meteorites around the world, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in Eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt, and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027491819845,"sku":"P\/M085","price":177.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/61697_photoroom-012-20251029-171856.jpg?v=1779376772"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-random-piece-npm004","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant – random piece - NP\/M004","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to attach the meteorite to the jewel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.7-3.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1.9 x 0.9 x 0.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none - Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included, photo is for illustration only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe price is for 1 piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification refers to meteorites with a particular chemical composition and crystallographic structure. Meteorites in this group generally have an octahedral structure, meaning that when cut and polished, they show particular patterns called Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, like Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands that form the typical octahedral pattern. Aletai is exceptional because it has the highest concentration of gold in the IIIE group and a significantly higher iridium concentration compared to other meteorites in this group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that found in the Earth's crust, it was the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary, about 65 million years ago, that formed the basis of the theory that the impact of a giant meteorite could have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region and the total mass found is estimated to be around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The dispersion field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in the identification of the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today, they all bear the unified name Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that by changing the angle of illumination, the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite also changes, making the sample appear shiny. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystalline structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular thanks to the shiny, mirror-like inclusions of the mineral Schreibersite. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus carried to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide, but it is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color varies from bronze to brassy yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. This rare mineral has been discovered in several meteorites around the world, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in Eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt, and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027491983685,"sku":"NP\/M004","price":61.41,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/38345_photoroom-000-20250313-095443.jpg?v=1779376774"},{"product_id":"yin-and-yang-pendant-made-from-the-aletai-and-sericho-meteorites-pm123","title":"Yin and Yang pendant made with Aletai and Sericho meteorites - P\/M123","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to attach the meteorite to the jewel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an and pallasite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China and Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1.7 x 1.4 x 0.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: filled with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful etching with the so-called Widmanstätten pattern and high-quality olivines in the pallasite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification refers to meteorites with a particular chemical composition and crystallographic structure. Meteorites in this group generally exhibit an octahedral structure, meaning that when cut and polished, they display specific patterns called Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, like Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands that form the typical octahedral pattern. Aletai is exceptional because it has the highest gold concentration in the IIIE group and a significantly higher iridium concentration than other meteorites in this group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that found in the Earth's crust, it was the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary, about 65 million years ago, that formed the basis of the theory that the impact of a gigantic meteorite could have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region, and the total mass found is estimated to be around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The dispersion field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in the identification of the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today, they all bear the unified name Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that by changing the angle of illumination, the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite also varies, making the sample appear shimmering. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystalline structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the shiny, mirror-like inclusions of the mineral Schreibersite. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus transported to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide, but it is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color varies from bronze to brass yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. This rare mineral has been discovered in various meteorites around the world, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in Eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt, and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027497128261,"sku":"P\/M123","price":100.18,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/73923_yin-and-yang-pendant-made-from-the-aletai-and-sericho-meteorites.jpg?v=1779376795"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm104","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M104","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fix meteorite to jewelry: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2.1 x 1.7 x 0.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: Filled with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAletai Meteorite – The iron marvel of group IIIE\nThe Aletai meteorite belongs to group IIIE, which is a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification encompasses meteorites with certain chemical compositions and crystallographic structures. Meteorites in this group tend to exhibit an octahedral structure, meaning that when cut and polished, they reveal the distinctive patterns known as Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, like Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands forming the octahedral pattern.\nUniqueness of the Aletai meteorite\nAletai is exceptional for the highest concentration of gold among IIIE group meteorites and a significantly higher iridium concentration than others in the same group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that in the Earth's crust, the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary 65 million years ago formed the basis of the theory that a massive meteorite impact may have been responsible for the extinction of the dinosaurs.\nDiscovery and distribution\nThe meteorite was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region of China. The total mass found is estimated at about 74 tons. The largest fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite on Earth. The impact field covered an area of up to 500 kilometers, initially causing discrepancies in identification and naming. Different names such as Armanty and Ulasitai were later unified under the name Aletai after chemical analysis.\nMineralogy and visual effects\nAn interesting feature is that as the angle of light changes, the reflectivity of the main alloys changes and the sample sparkles. This effect is typical for octahedral structures, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the presence of mirror-bright inclusions of the mineral schreibersite.\nSchreibersite is considered the primary source of phosphorus, which may have played a crucial role in the origin of life on Earth. It is composed of iron-nickel phosphide, with colors ranging from bronze to silvery white. This mineral is commonly found in iron meteorites such as Magura (Slovakia), Sikhote-Alin (Russia), Gebel Kamil (Egypt), and São Julião de Moreira (Portugal).\nThe name comes from the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500273989,"sku":"P\/M104","price":126.04,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/69199_aletai-meteorite-pendant.jpg?v=1779376815"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm103","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M103","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fix the meteorite to the jewel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2.1 x 1.7 x 0.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: filled with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAletai Meteorite – The Iron Wonder of the IIIE Group\nThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, which is a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification includes meteorites with certain chemical compositions and crystallographic structures. Meteorites in this group tend to exhibit an octahedral structure, meaning that when cut and polished, they reveal the characteristic patterns known as Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, like Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands that form the octahedral pattern.\nUniqueness of the Aletai meteorite\nAletai is exceptional for having the highest concentration of gold among IIIE group meteorites and a significantly higher iridium concentration than others in the same group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that in the Earth's crust, the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary 65 million years ago formed the basis of the theory that a massive meteorite impact may have been responsible for the extinction of the dinosaurs.\nDiscovery and distribution\nThe meteorite was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region of China. The total mass found is estimated at about 74 tons. The largest fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite on Earth. The strewn field covered an area of up to 500 kilometers, initially causing discrepancies in identification and naming. Different names such as Armanty and Ulasitai were later unified under the name Aletai after chemical analysis.\nMineralogy and visual effects\nAn interesting feature is that when the angle of light changes, the reflectivity of the main alloys changes, and the sample sparkles. This effect is typical for octahedral structures, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the presence of mirror-like shiny inclusions of the mineral schreibersite.\nSchreibersite is considered the primary source of phosphorus, which may have played a crucial role in the origin of life on Earth. It is composed of iron-nickel phosphide, with colors ranging from bronze to silvery white. This mineral is commonly found in iron meteorites such as Magura (Slovakia), Sikhote-Alin (Russia), Gebel Kamil (Egypt), and São Julião de Moreira (Portugal).\nThe name comes from the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500437829,"sku":"P\/M103","price":126.04,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/69196_aletai-meteorite-pendant.jpg?v=1779376817"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm101","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M101","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fix the meteorite to the jewel: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2.1 x 1.7 x 0.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: filled with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAletai Meteorite – The Iron Wonder of the IIIE Group\nThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, which is a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification encompasses meteorites with certain chemical compositions and crystallographic structures. Meteorites in this group tend to exhibit an octahedral structure, meaning that when cut and polished, they reveal characteristic patterns known as Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, such as Aletai, are distinguished by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands that form the octahedral pattern.\nUniqueness of Aletai Meteorite\nThe Aletai is exceptional for the highest gold concentration among IIIE group meteorites and a significantly higher iridium concentration compared to others in the same group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that in the Earth's crust, the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary 65 million years ago formed the basis of the theory that a massive meteorite impact may have been responsible for the extinction of the dinosaurs.\nDiscovery and Distribution\nThe meteorite was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region of China. The total mass found is estimated to be approximately 74 tons. The largest fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite on Earth. The strewn field covered an area of up to 500 kilometers, initially causing discrepancies in identification and naming. Different names such as Armanty and Ulasitai were later unified under the name Aletai after chemical analysis.\nMineralogy and Visual Effects\nAn interesting feature is that as the angle of light changes, the reflectivity of the main alloys changes and the sample sparkles. This effect is typical for octahedral structures, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the presence of mirror-like shiny inclusions of the mineral schreibersite.\nSchreibersite is considered the primary source of phosphorus, which may have played a crucial role in the origin of life on Earth. It is composed of iron-nickel phosphide, with colors ranging from bronze to silvery-white. This mineral is commonly found in iron meteorites such as Magura (Slovakia), Sikhote-Alin (Russia), Gebel Kamil (Egypt), and São Julião de Moreira (Portugal).\nThe name comes from the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500536133,"sku":"P\/M101","price":126.04,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/69190_aletai-meteorite-pendant.jpg?v=1779376820"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm102","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M102","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to attach the meteorite to the jewelry: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2.1 x 1.7 x 0.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: filled with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAletai Meteorite – The Iron Wonder of the IIIE Group\nThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, which is a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification encompasses meteorites with certain chemical compositions and crystallographic structures. Meteorites in this group tend to show an octahedral structure, meaning that when cut and polished, they reveal the characteristic patterns known as Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, like Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands that form the octahedral pattern.\nUniqueness of the Aletai Meteorite\nAletai is exceptional for having the highest concentration of gold among IIIE group meteorites and a significantly higher iridium concentration compared to others in the same group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than in Earth's crust, the unusually high iridium concentration found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary 65 million years ago formed the basis of the theory that a massive meteorite impact may have been responsible for the extinction of the dinosaurs.\nDiscovery and Distribution\nThe meteorite was discovered in 1898 in China's Xinjiang region. The total mass found is estimated to be around 74 tons. The largest fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite on Earth. The impact field covered an area of up to 500 kilometers, initially causing discrepancies in identification and naming. Different names such as Armanty and Ulasitai were later unified under the name Aletai after chemical analysis.\nMineralogy and Visual Effects\nAn interesting feature is that as the angle of light changes, the reflectivity of the main alloys changes and the specimen sparkles. This effect is typical for octahedral structures, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the presence of mirror-bright inclusions of the mineral schreibersite.\nSchreibersite is considered the primary source of phosphorus, which may have played a crucial role in the origin of life on Earth. It is composed of iron-nickel phosphide, with colors ranging from bronze to silvery white. This mineral is commonly found in iron meteorites such as Magura (Slovakia), Sikhote-Alin (Russia), Gebel Kamil (Egypt), and São Julião de Moreira (Portugal).\nThe name comes from the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500568901,"sku":"P\/M102","price":126.04,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/69193_aletai-meteorite-pendant.jpg?v=1779376820"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm036","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M036","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fix the meteorite to the jewel: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 3 x 1.1 x 0.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: filled with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification refers to meteorites with a particular chemical composition and crystallographic structure. Meteorites of this group generally exhibit an octahedral structure, which means that, when cut and polished, they show particular patterns called Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, such as Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands that form the typical octahedral pattern. Aletai is exceptional because it has the highest gold concentration in the IIIE group and a significantly higher iridium concentration than other meteorites in this group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that found in the Earth's crust, it was the unusually high iridium concentration found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary, about 65 million years ago, that formed the basis of the theory that the impact of a giant meteorite may have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region and the total mass found is estimated at around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The dispersion field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in the identification of the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today they all bear the unified name of Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that by changing the angle of illumination, the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite also changes, making the sample appear shimmering. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystalline structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the shiny, mirror-like inclusions of the mineral Schreibersite. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus carried to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide, but it is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color varies from bronze to brass yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. This rare mineral has been discovered in several meteorites worldwide, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500601669,"sku":"P\/M036","price":63.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/38000-3_photoroom-20250328-170820.jpg?v=1779376820"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm030","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M030","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fix the meteorite to the jewel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3.4 x 1.8 x 0.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: filled with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification refers to meteorites with a particular chemical composition and crystallographic structure. Meteorites of this group generally exhibit an octahedral structure, meaning that when cut and polished, they show distinct patterns called Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, like Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands that form the typical octahedral pattern. Aletai is exceptional because it has the highest gold concentration in the IIIE group and a significantly higher iridium concentration compared to other meteorites in this group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that present in the Earth's crust, it was precisely the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary, about 65 million years ago, that formed the basis of the theory that the impact of a giant meteorite could have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region and the total mass found is estimated at around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The dispersion field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in the identification of the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today they all bear the unified name Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that by changing the angle of illumination, the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite also varies, making the sample appear shimmering. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystal structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the shiny, mirror-like inclusions of the mineral Schreibersite. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus transported to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide, but it is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color varies from bronze to brass yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. This rare mineral has been discovered in several meteorites around the world, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in Eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt, and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500634437,"sku":"P\/M030","price":74.33,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/37982_photoroom-000-20250311-145706.jpg?v=1779376821"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm024","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M024","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fix the meteorite to the jewel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1.7 x 1.5 x 0.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: filled with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. 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It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region, and the total mass found is estimated to be around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth-largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The dispersion field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in the identification of the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today, they all bear the unified name Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that by changing the angle of illumination, the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite also changes, making the sample appear shimmering. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystalline structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular thanks to the shiny, mirror-like inclusions of the mineral Schreibersite. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus transported to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide, but it is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color varies from bronze to brass yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. This rare mineral has been discovered in several meteorites worldwide, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in Eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt, and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500765509,"sku":"P\/M024","price":63.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/37964_photoroom-20250311-143556.jpg?v=1779376824"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm009","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M009","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fix the meteorite to the jewel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 3 x 1.1 x 0.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: filled with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification refers to meteorites with a particular chemical composition and crystallographic structure. Meteorites in this group generally have an octahedral structure, meaning that when cut and polished, they display specific patterns called Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, like Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands forming the typical octahedral pattern. Aletai is exceptional because it has the highest gold concentration in the IIIE group and a significantly higher iridium concentration compared to other meteorites in this group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that found in the Earth's crust, it was the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary, about 65 million years ago, that formed the basis of the theory that the impact of a gigantic meteorite could have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region, and the total mass found is estimated at around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth-largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The strewn field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in the identification of the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today, they all bear the unified name Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that changing the angle of illumination also varies the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite, making the sample appear shimmering. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystalline structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the shiny, mirror-like inclusions of the mineral Schreibersite. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus carried to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide, but it is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color varies from bronze to brass yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. This rare mineral has been discovered in several meteorites worldwide, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt, and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500831045,"sku":"P\/M009","price":80.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/15466_aletai-meteorite-pendant.jpg?v=1779376825"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm023","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M023","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fix the meteorite to the jewel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1.7 x 1.5 x 0.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: resin filled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification refers to meteorites with a particular chemical composition and crystallographic structure. Meteorites in this group generally exhibit an octahedral structure, which means that, when cut and polished, they show particular patterns called Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, such as Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands forming the typical octahedral pattern. Aletai is exceptional because it has the highest gold concentration in the IIIE group and a significantly higher iridium concentration than other meteorites in this group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that present in the Earth's crust, it was precisely the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary, about 65 million years ago, that formed the basis of the theory that the impact of a giant meteorite might have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region, and the total mass found is estimated to be around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth-largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The dispersion field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in the identification of the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today, they all bear the unified name Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that changing the angle of illumination also varies the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite, making the sample appear shimmering. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystalline structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular thanks to the shiny, mirror-like inclusions of the mineral Schreibersite. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus transported to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide, but it is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color varies from bronze to brass yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. This rare mineral has been discovered in several meteorites worldwide, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt, and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500929349,"sku":"P\/M023","price":63.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/37961_photoroom-20250311-143315.jpg?v=1779376826"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-pm021","title":"Aletai Meteorite Pendant - P\/M021","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fix the meteorite to the jewel: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.4g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1.9 x 0.9 x 0.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: resin filled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. 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It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region, and the total mass found is estimated to be around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The strewn field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in the identification of the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today, they all bear the unified name Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that changing the angle of illumination also varies the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite, making the sample appear shiny. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystalline structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular due to the shiny, mirror-like inclusions of the mineral Schreibersite. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus carried to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide but is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color varies from bronze to brass yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. This rare mineral has been discovered in several meteorites worldwide, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in Eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt, and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027500994885,"sku":"P\/M021","price":63.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/37955_photoroom-20250311-091710.jpg?v=1779376827"},{"product_id":"aletai-meteorite-pendant-heart-pm093","title":"Aletai Meteorite Heart-shaped Pendant - P\/M093","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to attach meteorite to jewelry: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron meteorite \/ IIIE-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Xinjiang, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1.9 x 1.5 x 0.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: resin filled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful structure with so-called Widmanstätten patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Quality!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Aletai meteorite belongs to the IIIE group, a specific type of iron meteorite. This classification refers to meteorites with a particular chemical composition and crystallographic structure. Meteorites in this group generally exhibit an octahedral structure, which means that when cut and polished, they show particular patterns called Widmanstätten figures. IIIE meteorites, like Aletai, are characterized by the presence of kamacite (low-nickel iron) and taenite (high-nickel iron) bands that form the typical octahedral pattern. Aletai is exceptional because it has the highest concentration of gold in the IIIE group and a significantly higher iridium concentration than other meteorites in this group. Since the amount of iridium in meteorites is much higher than that present in the Earth's crust, it was precisely the unusually high concentration of iridium found at the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary, about 65 million years ago, that formed the basis of the theory that the impact of a giant meteorite might have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region, and the total mass found is estimated to be around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth-largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The strewn field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in identifying the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today, they all bear the unified name of Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that by changing the lighting angle, the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite also varies, making the sample appear shimmering. This effect is common in meteorites with an octahedral crystalline structure, but Aletai is particularly spectacular thanks to the shiny, mirror-like inclusions of the Schreibersite mineral. Schreibersite is believed to have been one of the main sources of phosphorus transported to Earth by meteorites and may have played a fundamental role in the origin of life. It is a rare mineral composed of iron and nickel phosphide, but it is commonly found in iron meteorites. Its color varies from bronze to brass yellow to silvery white. Schreibersite is named after the Austrian scientist Carl Franz Anton Ritter von Schreibers, one of the first to identify this mineral in iron meteorites. 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It was discovered in 1898 in the Xinjiang region, and the total mass found is estimated at around 100 tons. The largest single fragment weighs 28 tons, making it the fifth largest meteorite ever found on Earth. The strewn field was extremely vast, extending up to 500 kilometers, initially causing errors in identifying the various fragments and the use of different names such as Armanty, Ulasitai, and others. After chemical and petrographic analyses, it was discovered that all fragments came from the same event and had the same composition. Today, they all bear the unified name Aletai, while the other names have become historical synonyms. An interesting aspect is that by changing the angle of illumination, the reflectivity of the two main alloys present in the meteorite also varies, making the sample appear shimmering. 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This rare mineral has been discovered in several meteorites around the world, including the Magura meteorite in Slovakia, the Sikhote-Alin meteorite in eastern Russia, the São Julião de Moreira meteorite in Viana do Castelo, the Gebel Kamil meteorite in Egypt, and many other meteorites, including those from the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027501158725,"sku":"P\/M092","price":80.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/66510_photoroom-004-20260106-192033.jpg?v=1779376829"},{"product_id":"astronaut-pendant-made-from-meteorites-aletai-and-sericho-pm130","title":"Astronaut pendant from Aletai and Sericho meteorites - P\/M130","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAstronaut pendant is made from two genuine meteorites – Sericho and Aletai. Aletai is an iron meteorite with a typical octahedral structure that, after polishing, reveals unique Widmanstätten patterns. Sericho belongs to the pallasites and contains green olivine crystals originating from the boundary between the core and mantle of an ancient planetary body. 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This means that their surface structure and chemical composition remain relatively unaffected by the Earth's atmospheric and surface conditions.\nThis meteorite is classified as a Pallasite, a group of stony-iron meteorites, and is known for its unique shape and structure.\nStructure\nMetallic part:\nIron and nickel: Pallasites, including Sericho, are composed of alloys of iron and nickel, which gives the meteorite its metallic luster.\nWidmanstätten structures: although Widmanstätten structures are characteristic of iron meteorites, they may be present in pallasites like Sericho, but are not as prominent due to the presence of olivine crystals.\nOlivine crystals:\nSize and shape: olivine crystals in the Sericho meteorite can range in size from small grains to large, visible crystals. These crystals are often transparent to translucent and can vary in colour from green to yellow to orange.\nDistribution: olivine crystals are embedded in the metal and are evenly dispersed throughout the meteorite. 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It was initially thought to be several separate pieces that were later identified as part of a single meteorite. Pieces ranging in mass from \u0026lt;1 to 500 kg have been found in an area over 45 km long, starting a few km west of Habaswein and south of Sericha. Most of the pieces weigh over 50 kg. Meteorites found at the surface show minimal weathering. This means that their surface structure and chemical composition remain relatively unaffected by the Earth's atmospheric and surface conditions.\nThis meteorite is classified as a Pallasite, a group of stony-iron meteorites, and is known for its unique shape and structure.\nStructure\nMetallic part:\nIron and nickel: Pallasites, including Sericho, are composed of alloys of iron and nickel, which gives the meteorite its metallic luster.\nWidmanstätten structures: although Widmanstätten structures are characteristic of iron meteorites, they may be present in pallasites like Sericho, but are not as prominent due to the presence of olivine crystals.\nOlivine crystals:\nSize and shape: olivine crystals in the Sericho meteorite can range in size from small grains to large, visible crystals. These crystals are often transparent to translucent and can vary in colour from green to yellow to orange.\nDistribution: olivine crystals are embedded in the metal and are evenly dispersed throughout the meteorite. 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It was initially thought to be several separate pieces that were later identified as part of a single meteorite. Pieces ranging in mass from \u0026lt;1 to 500 kg have been found in an area over 45 km long, starting a few km west of Habaswein and south of Sericho. Most of the pieces weigh over 50 kg. Meteorites found at the surface show minimal weathering. This means that their surface structure and chemical composition remain relatively unaffected by the Earth's atmospheric and surface conditions.\nThis meteorite is classified as a Pallasite, a group of stony-iron meteorites, and is known for its unique shape and structure.\nStructure\nMetallic part:\nIron and nickel: Pallasites, including Sericho, are composed of alloys of iron and nickel, which gives the meteorite its metallic luster.\nWidmanstätten structures: although Widmanstätten structures are characteristic of iron meteorites, they may be present in pallasites like Sericho, but are not as prominent due to the presence of olivine crystals.\nOlivine crystals:\nSize and shape: olivine crystals in the Sericho meteorite can range in size from small grains to large, visible crystals. These crystals are often transparent to translucent and can vary in color from green to yellow to orange.\nDistribution: olivine crystals are embedded in the metal and are evenly dispersed throughout the meteorite. 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It was initially thought to be several separate pieces that were later identified as part of a single meteorite. Pieces ranging in mass from \u0026lt;1 to 500 kg have been found in an area over 45 km long, starting a few km west of Habaswein and south of Sericha. Most of the pieces weigh over 50 kg. Meteorites found at the surface show minimal weathering. This means that their surface structure and chemical composition remain relatively unaffected by the Earth's atmospheric and surface conditions.\nThis meteorite is classified as a Pallasite, a group of stony-iron meteorites, and is known for its unique shape and structure.\nStructure\nMetallic part:\nIron and nickel: Pallasites, including Sericho, are composed of alloys of iron and nickel, which gives the meteorite its metallic luster.\nWidmanstätten structures: although Widmanstätten structures are characteristic of iron meteorites, they may be present in pallasites like Sericho, but are not as prominent due to the presence of olivine crystals.\nOlivine crystals:\nSize and shape: olivine crystals in the Sericho meteorite can range in size from small grains to large, visible crystals. These crystals are often transparent to translucent and can vary in colour from green to yellow to orange.\nDistribution: olivine crystals are embedded in the metal and are evenly dispersed throughout the meteorite. 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It was initially thought to be several separate pieces that were later identified as part of a single meteorite. Pieces ranging in mass from \u0026lt;1 to 500 kg have been found in an area over 45 km long, starting a few km west of Habaswein and south of Sericha. Most of the pieces weigh over 50 kg. Meteorites found at the surface show minimal weathering. This means that their surface structure and chemical composition remain relatively unaffected by the Earth's atmospheric and surface conditions.\nThis meteorite is classified as a Pallasite, a group of stony-iron meteorites, and is known for its unique shape and structure.\nStructure\nMetallic part:\nIron and nickel: Pallasites, including Sericho, are composed of alloys of iron and nickel, which gives the meteorite its metallic luster.\nWidmanstätten structures: although Widmanstätten structures are characteristic of iron meteorites, they may be present in pallasites like Sericho, but are not as prominent due to the presence of olivine crystals.\nOlivine crystals:\nSize and shape: olivine crystals in the Sericho meteorite can range in size from small grains to large, visible crystals. These crystals are often transparent to translucent and can vary in color from green to yellow to orange.\nDistribution: olivine crystals are embedded in the metal and are evenly dispersed throughout the meteorite. This combination of metal and olivine gives the Sericho meteorite its distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027539693893,"sku":"SP\/M009","price":355.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/40988-6_photoroom-20250328-190040.jpg?v=1779377175"},{"product_id":"sericho-meteorite-pendant-spm007","title":"Sericho meteorite pendant - SP\/M007","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial used to fasten the meteorite to the jewel: Silver-plated metal, unhallmarked, sealed with resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Pallasite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Habaswein, Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 8.7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3.3 x 2.1 x 0.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: resin filled (protects against oxidation, moisture, and damage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Chain NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSericho is a well-known meteorite that was discovered in the desert of northern Kenya in 2016, and to date more than 2,800 kg have been found. It was initially thought to be several separate pieces that were later identified as part of a single meteorite. Pieces ranging in mass from \u0026lt;1 to 500 kg have been found in an area over 45 km long, starting a few km west of Habaswein and south of Sericha. Most of the pieces weigh over 50 kg. Meteorites found at the surface show minimal weathering. This means that their surface structure and chemical composition remain relatively unaffected by the Earth's atmospheric and surface conditions.\nThis meteorite is classified as a Pallasite, a group of stony-iron meteorites, and is known for its unique shape and structure.\nStructure\nMetallic part:\nIron and nickel: Pallasites, including Sericho, are composed of alloys of iron and nickel, which gives the meteorite its metallic luster.\nWidmanstätten structures: although Widmanstätten structures are characteristic of iron meteorites, they may be present in pallasites like Sericho, but are not as prominent due to the presence of olivine crystals.\nOlivine crystals:\nSize and shape: olivine crystals in the Sericho meteorite can range in size from small grains to large, visible crystals. These crystals are often transparent to translucent and can vary in colour from green to yellow to orange.\nDistribution: olivine crystals are embedded in the metal and are evenly dispersed throughout the meteorite. This combination of metal and olivine gives the Sericho meteorite its distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027539792197,"sku":"SP\/M007","price":381.36,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/40937-6_photoroom-20250328-185930.jpg?v=1779377176"},{"product_id":"meteorite-el-hammami-14g-mauritania-meeh14","title":"El Hammami Meteorite 1.4g – Mauritania - MEEH14","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: stony \/ chondrite H5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Mauritania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.4g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 18 x 15 x 1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear found: 1997\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 240 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut slice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027637932357,"sku":"MEEH14","price":40.72,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/62246_photoroom-015-20251107-110734.jpg?v=1779377489"},{"product_id":"meteorite-toluca-49g-mexico-meto07","title":"Meteorite Toluca 4.9g – Mexico - METO07","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Iron \/ IAB-sLL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.9g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 24 x 18 x 1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 1776\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 3 tonnes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut, polished slice; treated with oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eToluca Meteorite – iron octahedrite from Mexico\nToluca is an iron meteorite that belongs to the group of octahedrites, specifically to the chemical group IAB, and falls into the sLL subgroup (subgroup Low-Au, Low-Ni), which means it contains lower amounts of gold and nickel compared to other IAB meteorites. Nevertheless, it retains a sufficiently high content of iron and other metals to give it a distinct metallic silver color. When etched with acid and polished, it reveals so-called Widmanstätten patterns, which are typical crystalline structures that form during the very slow cooling of metal in space. Due to its high iron content, it is very heavy, so even a relatively small fragment can have a surprisingly large mass. In addition to iron and nickel, it also contains smaller amounts of other minerals such as graphite or troilite, which sometimes form small inclusions in the material.\nDiscovery and historical use\nThe meteorite was found in the Toluca Valley in central Mexico, from which it also takes its name. The local inhabitants were aware of the iron pieces long before the arrival of Europeans and used them, for example, for tool making. The first European reference to the meteorite dates from 1776. Smaller fragments can still be found in the area, as the original body shattered into many pieces during its atmospheric entry.\nOrigin and age\nLike most iron meteorites, Toluca probably originates from the period of solar system formation, approximately 4.5 billion years ago. At that time, a number of smaller proto-planetary bodies, known as planetesimals, moved through interplanetary space, which ultimately did not become full-fledged planets. These bodies often had metallic cores, which formed by the separation of denser elements—mainly iron and nickel—into the central region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027638948165,"sku":"METO07","price":87.26,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/41972_photoroom-010-20250405-171334.jpg?v=1779377490"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-gadamis-004-06g-libya-megd14","title":"Lunar meteorite Gadamis 004 – 0.6g – Libya - MEGD14","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Lunar \/ Anorthite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Ghadamis, Libya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 15 x 15 x 1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 12.66 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut slice, polished on one side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorite Gadamis 004\nGadamis 004 is a lunar meteorite classified as a ferroan anorthosite with cataclastic structure. This type of rock is characterized by a high content of iron-rich plagioclase (anorthite) and has undergone extreme mechanical stress, which caused its fragmentation and the formation of a mosaic-like texture. The cataclastic texture is the result of impact events, which are typical for rocks originating from the lunar highlands.\nDiscovery and General Characteristics\nThe Gadamis 004 meteorite was discovered in 2022 near the city of Ghadames, Libya. The meteorite originally formed a single compact mass weighing approximately 12.66 kg. After its discovery, it was cut into several smaller fragments, part of which was used for laboratory analyses while the rest became collector material.\nMineralogical Composition and Comparison with Lunar Samples\nAnalyses have shown that the meteorite consists of 98–99% anorthitic plagioclase, with the remaining 1–2% composed of olivine and pyroxene. Its structure and composition indicate that it is a fragment of the lunar crust, probably ejected by an impact event. This combination of composition and texture closely resembles rocks returned from the Moon during the Apollo 16 mission.\nPaired Meteorites and Original Impact\nGadamis 004 belongs to a group of meteorites found in the same region – including Gadamis 002, 003, 005, and 006. Scientists believe that they originated from a single impact event on the Moon and fell to Earth as fragments of one larger body.\nLunar meteorites are among the rarest natural materials on Earth – only a few kilograms of these rocks exist outside the samples brought back by the Apollo missions. Even small fragments of Gadamis 004 are considered highly desirable collector’s specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027639144773,"sku":"MEGD14","price":128.63,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/60923_lunar-meteorite-gadamis-004---0-6g---libya.jpg?v=1779377491"},{"product_id":"meteorite-tanezrouft-091-88g-algeria-metn03","title":"Tanezrouft 091 Meteorite – 8.8g – Algeria - METN03","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Mesosiderite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Adrar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 8.8g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 29 x 29 x 2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear found: 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal known weight: 4.99 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut, Polished slice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eTanezrouft 091 Meteorite – a Rare Mesosiderite from Algeria\nTanezrouft 091 meteorite is a rare stony-iron meteorite of the mesosiderite type, discovered in 2020 in the Tanezrouft region near the town of Adrar in Algeria. The total known weight of the material is approximately 4,988 grams.\nThe meteorite consists of several fragments, some of which were later cut and distributed to collectors and scientific institutions. There are very well preserved slices with complete edges and visible fusion crust, showing the typical mesosiderite structure – alternation of metal and silicate components.\nClassification and Origin\nFrom a mineralogical perspective, Tanezrouft 091 corresponds to mesosiderite A3, S-low, W-low, meaning a moderate degree of structural integrity and a low degree of weathering and shock alteration.\nMesosiderites generally form through collisional processes, where metallic and silicate material is mixed – likely due to the impact of a metallic core into the silicate crust of a planetesimal body.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027639374149,"sku":"METN03","price":257.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/60371_photoroom-016-20251013-121645.jpg?v=1779377492"},{"product_id":"meteorite-oued-chebeika-002-001g-morocco-meoc02","title":"Meteorite Oued Chebeika 002 – 0.01g – Morocco - MEOC02","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Stony meteorite \/ Carbonaceous chondrite CI1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Morocco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.01g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2 x 2 x 1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 418 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eOued Chebeika 002 Meteorite – Carbonaceous Chondrite from Morocco\nOued Chebeika 002 is a newly discovered CI1 carbonaceous chondrite, found on June 6, 2024 near the village of Abteh in Morocco. The total weight of the fragments reaches 418 grams.\nThe fragments are black, fragile, and irregular, with surfaces speckled with white grains up to 1 mm in size. Some samples show traces of fusion crust. When broken, they reveal a dark interior with finely dispersed iron sulfide grains.\nA type specimen weighing 22.7 grams is stored at CEREGE, the European Center for Research and Education in Environmental Geosciences in France. Other fragments are held at Arizona State University (5g), University of Washington, Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture (6g), and the University of New Mexico, Institute of Meteoritics (4g). Material is also with private collectors, including Jean Redelsperger, Luc Labenne, Mark Lyon, Ziyao Wang, and Jeremy Bassemon.\nThe Oued Chebeika 002 meteorite is highly valuable for scientific research due to its primitive nature and composition, considered to be the closest to the original solar nebula. Its analysis offers valuable insights into early solar system conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027639406917,"sku":"MEOC02","price":171.29,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/40583-1_photoroom-008-20250323-141915.jpg?v=1779377492"},{"product_id":"meteorite-tatahouine-11g-tunisia-meta56","title":"Meteorite Tatahouine 1.1g – Tunisia - META56","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Achondrite \/ Diogenite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Tunisia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 13 x 8 x 7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of fall: 1931\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 12 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tatahouine meteorite belongs to the achondrites, more specifically to the diogenite subgroup. Diogenites are deep igneous rocks that formed in the mantle of Vesta, one of the largest objects in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. It is considered a protoplanet and has a differentiated structure similar to that of a planet, meaning it has a core, mantle, and crust. Its composition is predominantly pyroxenic, meaning it contains high amounts of the mineral pyroxene, often along with small amounts of olivine and plagioclase. Scientists suspect that they were ejected from Vesta during collisions with other asteroids and then struck Earth as meteorites.\nThe Tatahouine meteorite fell near the town of Tatahouine in southern Tataouine on June 27, 1931. The fall of the Tatahouine meteorite was observed by several residents of the town of Tatahouine. The meteorite broke into thousands of small fragments as it entered the atmosphere, which were scattered over a wide area. Many of these fragments were quickly collected by local residents and scientists.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027640422725,"sku":"META56","price":70.46,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/51788_photoroom-009-20250723-141358.jpg?v=1779377494"},{"product_id":"meteorite-seymchan-142g-magadan-russia-mesm48","title":"Meteorite Seymchan 14.2g – Magadan, Russia - MESM48","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Pallasite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Magadan, Russia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 14.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 38 x 32 x 2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 1967\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 323.3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut, polished slice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: The edge around the entire perimeter is preserved in its original form, as the slice was cut from a single rough piece. This is rare for slices of such small size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip: The Widmanstätten pattern in this specimen is exceptionally well defined, which is not common – this is top quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeymchan – unique pallasite from Russia\nThe Seymchan meteorite fell in the Magadan region near the settlement of Seymchan in Russia, though the exact fall date remains unknown. It was discovered in 1967, with a 272 kg mass found in June and another 51 kg mass in October. Initially, only metallic parts were discovered, classifying it as an iron meteorite of type IIE. Only in 2004 was it determined that 20% of the samples contained olivine crystals, leading to its classification as a pallasite.\nInternal structure\nSeymchan has an unusual internal structure. Some parts are rich in olivine inclusions (pallasitic sections), while others consist almost entirely of iron–nickel alloys, mainly kamacite and taenite. In the metallic sections, characteristic Widmanstätten patterns can be revealed after polishing and acid etching. It also contains minerals such as troilite, schreibersite, and chromite.\nPurely metallic section composed of kamacite and taenite\nPallasitic section with olivine inclusions\nOrigin\nThe meteorite originated from a differentiated asteroid in the main belt between Mars and Jupiter, which in its early evolution underwent melting and material separation. Heavier elements (iron and nickel) settled in the core, while lighter silicate minerals formed the mantle. Later collisions and dynamic processes mixed metallic and silicate components. The result is a meteorite that contains both purely metallic parts and pallasitic sections with olivine crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027641045317,"sku":"MESM48","price":219.12,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/41864-2_meteorite-seymchan-14-2g---magadan--russia.jpg?v=1779377495"},{"product_id":"meteorite-pallasite-springwater-3g-canada-mesw26","title":"Pallasite Springwater Meteorite 3g – Canada - MESW26","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Pallasite, PMG-an\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 20 x 18 x 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 1931\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal known weight: 67.6 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: cut, Polished slice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpringwater Meteorite – Rare Pallasite from Canada\nThe Springwater meteorite is an exceptional representative of the rare group of pallasites, discovered in 1931 near the town of Springwater in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. The first find consisted of three main pieces, and additional fragments were discovered at the same site in later years. The total known weight today is 67.6 kg.\nStructure and Appearance\nThis stony-iron meteorite is characterized by a remarkable structure in which iron-nickel metallic alloys alternate with olivine crystals. These olivines are often transparent with a green-yellow hue and form irregular inclusions in the metallic matrix. This contrast gives the Springwater meteorite its striking visual appearance.\nOrigin and Significance\nMineralogically, Springwater belongs to the so-called main group of pallasites, which represents the most numerous, yet still very rare category of these meteorites. It is believed that pallasites formed at the boundary between the metallic core and the silicate mantle of planetesimals—early bodies of the solar system that never reached planetary size.\nThanks to its origin, internal structure, and relatively small total weight, the Springwater meteorite remains a valuable object of study. 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It was discovered by chance while ploughing a field in 1920 on the Hoba West farm near Grootfontein in Namibia, where it still lies at its original impact site. The exact date of the Hoba meteorite's impact is unknown, but it is estimated to have fallen to Earth approximately 80,000 years ago. Its mass is estimated at around 60 tonnes, making it a unique specimen among meteorites.\nClassification and Composition\nHoba is classified as an iron meteorite of the ataxite type, specifically group IVB. It contains approximately 84.4% iron and 16.4% nickel, which gives it exceptional resistance to corrosion. This meteorite has a flat shape, leading some scientists to speculate that it did not tumble while entering the atmosphere and fell like a flat disc, which could have reduced its speed and prevented the formation of a crater.\nTouristic Significance\nDue to its size and accessibility, the Hoba meteorite is a popular tourist attraction and was declared a national monument of Namibia in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027642224965,"sku":"MEHO13","price":113.12,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/48776-2_photoroom-006-20250702-111103.jpg?v=1779377497"},{"product_id":"meteorite-bechar-008-howardite-91g-algeria-mebe03","title":"Meteorite Bechar 008, Howardite 9.1g – Algeria - MEBE03","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: HED Achondrite \/ Howardite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Bechar, Algeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 9.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2.7 x 1.7 x 1.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 1700 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBechar 008 Meteorite – Howardite Achondrite from asteroid Vesta\nThe Bechar 008 meteorite is a howardite-type achondrite meteorite, discovered in 2022 in the Bechar region of Algeria. This meteorite belongs to the HED group (Howardites, Eucrites, and Diogenites), which are believed to be composed of fragments from asteroid (4) Vesta, the second-largest object in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.\nBechar 008 is a polymict breccia, meaning it is composed of various fragments of minerals and rocks, particularly eucritic pyroxenes, diogenetic pyroxenes, garnets, and others. These fragments are incorporated into a fine-grained matrix of similar material. The total mass of the meteorite is approximately 1700 grams.\nThe meteorite shows a moderate degree of shock metamorphism and a low degree of alteration, indicating that it has not been exposed to Earth's atmospheric conditions for a long time. 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