A stunning, polished window into the core-mantle boundary of an ancient planetoid.
This precision-cut slice of the famous Seymchan Pallasite (Magadan District, Russia) offers an exceptional balance of meteoritic iron and olivine crystals. Weighing in at 30 grams, it is a significant yet accessible specimen for both new collectors and established connoisseurs.
Pallasites are among the rarest and most visually striking meteorites ever discovered. Pallasites are the only meteorites known to contain large translucent crystals, and account for less than 0.2% of all known meteorites.
Visual Highlights and Quality:
Seymchan is renowned for its stability and the quality of its crystals. This specific slice (as seen in the listing photos) has been meticulously polished to a mirror finish on the iron-nickel matrix. The primary feature is the rich concentration of geometric olivine (peridot) crystals. While the matrix is highly polished, the crystals themselves retain their deep, natural honey-amber hue.
Key Features:
• Weight: 30 Grams
• Classification: Pallasite (Main Group)
• Locality: Seymchan, Magadan District, Russia
• Preparation: Precision slice, mirror-polished on one side.
• Visuals: Excellent metal-to-crystal ratio with translucent, geometric olivine clusters.
The "Stained Glass" Effect:
When held to direct light, the dark internal structures of the olivine crystals reveal their true nature, glowing with fiery gold light. This "stained glass" appearance is the hallmark of a quality pallasite and makes this 30g slice a captivating display piece.
Provenance and Authenticity:
Seymchan was first discovered in 1967 and is one of the most stable and sought-after pallasites available. This specimen is guaranteed authentic meteoritic material.
Note: Pallasites contain iron and should be kept in a low-humidity environment to ensure long-term stability. This specimen is coated to prevent rust.
A stunning, polished window into the core-mantle boundary of an ancient planetoid.
This precision-cut slice of the famous Seymchan Pallasite (Magadan District, Russia) offers an exceptional balance of meteoritic iron and olivine crystals. Weighing in at 30 grams, it is a significant yet accessible specimen for both new collectors and established connoisseurs.
Pallasites are among the rarest and most visually striking meteorites ever discovered. Pallasites are the only meteorites known to contain large translucent crystals, and account for less than 0.2% of all known meteorites.
Visual Highlights and Quality:
Seymchan is renowned for its stability and the quality of its crystals. This specific slice (as seen in the listing photos) has been meticulously polished to a mirror finish on the iron-nickel matrix. The primary feature is the rich concentration of geometric olivine (peridot) crystals. While the matrix is highly polished, the crystals themselves retain their deep, natural honey-amber hue.
Key Features:
• Weight: 30 Grams
• Classification: Pallasite (Main Group)
• Locality: Seymchan, Magadan District, Russia
• Preparation: Precision slice, mirror-polished on one side.
• Visuals: Excellent metal-to-crystal ratio with translucent, geometric olivine clusters.
The "Stained Glass" Effect:
When held to direct light, the dark internal structures of the olivine crystals reveal their true nature, glowing with fiery gold light. This "stained glass" appearance is the hallmark of a quality pallasite and makes this 30g slice a captivating display piece.
Provenance and Authenticity:
Seymchan was first discovered in 1967 and is one of the most stable and sought-after pallasites available. This specimen is guaranteed authentic meteoritic material.
Note: Pallasites contain iron and should be kept in a low-humidity environment to ensure long-term stability. This specimen is coated to prevent rust.
