XL TEKTITE -impact of METEORITE- VIETNAM

Tektites (from the Greek tektos, fused) are natural glass objects that formed from the impact of large meteorites on Earth's surface. Tektites are among the driest minerals known, with an average water content of 0.005%. This is very rare, since most of the craters where tektites formed were under water before the impact. Zircon partially fused has also been found inside some tektites. This, together with the water content, suggests that tektites formed at very high temperatures and pressures (similar to those needed to form diamond). Indochinites like the one in this lot were formed by the impact of a large meteorite about 800,000 years ago, according to the latest studies. The shock was brutal, so molten material covered 10% of the Earth's surface, with indochinites found even in Antarctica. The specimen from this lot was found in Vietnam, it is natural and of good size, with a natural sculptural shape. In short, a specimen with all of these qualities highly valued among collectors. Do not miss this opportunity. We are members of the leading international associations related to meteorites, so we guarantee for life the authenticity of all our meteorites and jewelry made from this material. Buy with guarantees. - Members of IMCA with number #7412 (International Meteorite Collectors Association) - Members of GMA with number #G0095 (Global Meteorite Association) - Members of The Meteoritical Society with number #6667 Best regards and good luck! CRATER METEORITES

Estimate:£1.69

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