XL Drop shape TEKTITE -impact of METEORITE- China

Tektites (from the Greek tektos, melted) are natural glass objects formed by the impact of large meteorites on Earth's surface. Tektites are among the driest minerals known, with an average water content of 0.005%. This is very rare, since most of the craters where tektites formed were underwater before the impact. Zircon partly fused has also been found inside some tektites. This, together with the water content, suggests that tektites formed under very high temperature and pressure (similar to that required to form diamond). Indochinites, like the one in this lot, formed from the impact of a large meteorite 800,000 years ago, according to the latest studies. The collision was brutal, such that molten material covered about 10% of the Earth's surface, with indochinites found even in Antarctica. The specimen in this batch was found in China, is natural and of good size, with a natural sculptural shape in the form of a drop or teardrop. In short, a specimen with all the qualities highly valued by collectors. Do not miss this opportunity. We are members of the leading international organizations related to meteorites, so we guarantee for life the authenticity of all our meteorites and of jewelry made from this material. Buy with guarantees. - IMCA members with number #7412 (International Meteorite Collectors Association) - GMA members with number #G0095 (Global Meteorite Association) - The Meteoritical Society members with number #6667 Greetings and good luck! CRATER METEORITES

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