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Muonionalusta meteorite slab
- Muonionalusta meteorite, Pajala, Norrbotten, Sweden
- Large Cabinet, 18.0 x 14.0 x 0.3 cm
- Start Time: 08/04/2012 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 08/09/2012 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
An outstanding LARGE CABINET meteorite slab with striking and classic Widmanstatten patterns. The Muonionalusta meteorite was discovered in 1906 in far northern Sweden. It has been dated as over 900,000 years old. It is an iron meteorite (iron-nickel alloy) classified as a fine octahedrite. The patterns are mesmerizing and robust! 400 grams. Valued at $1000-1250.