Aletai meteorite Slice - 274 g - (1)

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Francesco Moser
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Over 20 years collecting meteorites; former museum curator and experienced restorer.

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Météorite d’Aletai, a rare IIIE-an siderite meteorite slice from Xinjiang, China, weighs 274 g.

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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.

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.

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Number of objects
1
Name of meteorite
Aletai meteorite
Type of meteorite
Slice
Supplement
type IIIE-an siderite
Weight
274 g
Origin (region/city)
Xinjiang
Country of origin
China
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