As meteorite resources are increasingly depleted, and most meteorite fall areas are now under strict control, it is no longer possible to enter and collect freely as before. Every piece of meteorite available today is hard-earned, found only through the relentless, carpet-style searches of licensed meteorite hunters, making each specimen extremely precious. This Altai iron meteorite exhibits all the classic characteristics of iron meteorites. The cut surface you see is a complete natural fracture, which has been polished to showcase its stunning, one-of-a-kind Widmanstätten pattern, a signature feature unique to genuine iron meteorites. # Taxes and fees are for the buyer's account.