Aletai meteorite Pendant - 18 g - (5)

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Météorite d’Aletai pendant in iron siderite (type IIIE-an), with five pendants weighing 18 g each from Xinjiang, China.

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

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

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Number of objects
5
Name of meteorite
Aletai meteorite
Type of meteorite
Pendant
Weight
18 g
Origin (region/city)
Xinjiang
Country of origin
China
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