Dazzling crystals of olivine and peridot (birthstone of August) are seen to great effect in this three-dimensional presentation that has been lightly etched to reveal the robust Widmanstätten pattern in the metal. The crystals drape across one hemisphere of on an otherwordly globe — reminiscent of its parent asteroid having been adrift in the void of interplanetary space. This specimen originates from a meteorite that underwent a number of stages of cutting, grinding and polishing. 41⁄4in. (10.9cm.) diameter Please note this lot is the property of a consumer. See H1 of the Conditions of Sale.
Dazzling crystals of olivine and peridot (birthstone of August) are seen to great effect in this three-dimensional presentation that has been lightly etched to reveal the robust Widmanstätten pattern in the metal. The crystals drape across one hemisphere of on an otherwordly globe — reminiscent of its parent asteroid having been adrift in the void of interplanetary space. This specimen originates from a meteorite that underwent a number of stages of cutting, grinding and polishing. 41⁄4in. (10.9cm.) diameter Please note this lot is the property of a consumer. See H1 of the Conditions of Sale.
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