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The Aletai meteorite is a rare and valuable iron meteorite (siderite) of type IIIE-an, discovered in Xinjiang, China. Formed 4.5 billion years ago, it is distinguished by its large size (in tons), a unique structure with a high content of gold and iridium, and characteristic Widmanstätten patterns. Officially named in 2016, it groups together several synonymous discoveries, including Armanty.

météorite d'Aletai est une sidérite (ferreuse) rare et précieuse de type IIIE-an, découverte dans le Xinjiang, en Chine. Formée il y a 4,5 milliards d'années, elle se distingue par sa grande taille (des tonnes), une structure unique à forte teneur en or et iridium, et des motifs de Widmanstätten caractéristiques. Officiellement nommée en 2016, elle regroupe plusieurs découvertes synonymes, dont Armanty

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Aletai meteorite Slice - 164 g - (1)

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Météorite d’Aletai is a rare iron-rich siderite meteorite of type IIIE-an, presented as a tranche, originating from Xinjiang, China, and weighing 164 g.

Aletai meteorite Slice - 164 g - (1)

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Météorite d’Aletai is a rare iron-rich siderite meteorite of type IIIE-an, presented as a tranche, originating from Xinjiang, China, and weighing 164 g.

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