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Soledade Iron Meteorite Slice, 389g, Crystalline Pattern, Brazil

About the Item

This rare and visually striking slice of the Soledade Iron Meteorite showcases the intricate crystalline pattern that forms only after billions of years of slow cooling in the vacuum of space. The characteristic Widmanstätten pattern – a geometric lattice of nickel-iron lamellae – emerges naturally upon etching, revealing the metallic fingerprint of this unique object's extraterrestrial origin. Discovered in 1986 near Soledade, Brazil, it was found as a 68-kilogram mass being hammered and heated in a local garage! This expertly prepared section exhibits outstanding contrast and texture across its face, displaying distinctive metallic hues of silver-gray and pewter with natural inclusions and edge character intact. This slice embodies both the aesthetic appeal and scientific intrigue that make meteorites like Soledade so desirable among collectors. A display piece that speaks to the ancient history of our solar system – formed more than 4.5 billion years ago and graspable in your hand. Weight: 389 g

Dimensions:
Height: 3.63 in (9.23 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 0.13 in (3.31 mm)
Materials and Techniques:
Iron,Nickel,Other
Place of Origin:
Brazil
Period:
15th Century and Earlier
Date of Manufacture:
4.5 Billion Years Ago
Condition:
Seller Location:
New York, NY
Reference Number:
Seller: A98421stDibs: LU7177236580502