{"title":"Love For Stars","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"moon-and-stars-necklace","title":"Moon \u0026 Stars Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/moon-stars-2021-side-square_1024x1024.jpg?v=1641392750\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that due to very high demand we are limiting this item to one (1) per customer. This includes past orders. Thank you for helping others to share their love of the Moon and the Stars!!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCapturing the Heart of Space... \u003cspan\u003eMoon \u0026amp; Stars pairs lunar dust from the bright highlands of the moon with a dense asteroid forged during the birth of our solar system. This two-strand, sterling silver necklace features two meteorites: a complete Campo del Cielo meteorite and a Swarovski crystal backed with lunar dust from meteorite NWA 5000.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eBoth chains are cable-style Sterling Silver. The chains connect by means of a spring clasp. Each setting is also Sterling Silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew! We have two different lengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16-18\":\u003c\/strong\u003e The top chain measures 16 inches (~40cm) and the bottom chain measures 18 inches (~46cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18-20\":\u003c\/strong\u003e The top chain measures 18 inches (~46cm) and the bottom chain measures 20 inches (~51cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eThe necklace comes in a decorative box and includes a small information card about the specimens. The card serves as the certificate of authenticity and can be found underneath the padded lining of the display box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimens in Moon \u0026amp; Stars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/moon-stars-2021-retouch_1024x1024.jpg?v=1641392705\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: The Moon \u0026amp; Stars Necklace\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eDiscovered in Morocco in 2007, the NWA 5000 meteorite is one of the largest lunar meteorites. Its composition suggests a highlands origin. The highlands of the moon are the white areas we can see with the naked eye here on Earth. These regions are dominated by a range of intrusive igneous rocks, such as the gabbro of NWA 5000. Known in geology as anorthosites, these rocks form when large plumes of magma cool and crystallize within the crust. The darker areas of the moon, known as \"seas\" due to their visual appearance, are basalts created during volcanic floods on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCampo del Cielo is often referred to as a single meteorite but it is in fact a broad term defining a meteorite field in the Chaco Province of Northwest Argentina. There are numerous large craters here and radiocarbon dating of charred tree stumps place the date of the impact at roughly 2500 BCE. The tale of the original fall was passed down from generation to generation and woven into local legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe region, known as \u003cem\u003ePiguem Nonraltá\u003c\/em\u003e, became a place of pilgrimage, worship, and industry. The indigenous Quechuan name translates to Spanish as \u003cem\u003eCampo del Cielo\u003c\/em\u003e or \"Field of Heaven.\" The name was recorded in 1576 CE by the Governor of the provinces of Tucumán, Gonzalo de Abreu y Figueroa, as the Spanish searched for the source of iron being used in indigenous weapons and possible silver deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore recent studies have shown that Campo del Cielo is an IAB iron meteorite. As with other meteorites in this class, radioisotopic dating of silicate inclusions places the age of the main mass at roughly 4,400,000-4,500,000 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCare Notice: The Campo del Cielo meteorite has been cleaned and sealed to protect it as much as possible. However, it is a Nickel\/Iron alloy so it is susceptible to rust should the coating wear off. To keep the meteorite rust-free, we recommend the necklace be kept dry and away from chemicals. Swimming, showering, or similar activity could cause the protective coating to wear prematurely and allow rust to form. Care must also be taken to keep the meteorite away from chemicals like bleach, chlorine, and especially anything containing acid. Please note the meteorite also contains Nickel and can cause an allergic reaction if placed directly against the skin if one is sensitive to Nickel.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/moon-and-stars-2021-back_1024x1024.png?v=1641392818\"\u003eAbove: The back of the Specimen Card.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"16-18\"","offer_id":2561129316385,"sku":"50-807-8009-206-82","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18-20\"","offer_id":15227925856291,"sku":"50-807-1505-206-81","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/products\/moon-stars-square-on-black.jpg?v=1510851000"},{"product_id":"apollo-11-command-module-foil","title":"Apollo 11 Command Module Foil","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is an actual, mission-flown fragment of kapton foil from the Apollo 11 Command Module \u003cem\u003eColumbia\u003c\/em\u003e. This material helped protect Apollo astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins on their journey from Earth to the Moon and back. Salvaged after splashdown, this is a unique collectible from one of the greatest achievements in human history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen was recovered at the Johnson Space Center when the Columbia was decommissioned. It comes from the personal collection of retired NASA Production Control Engineer William R. Whipkey, who oversaw the decommissioning process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kapton foil is enclosed in an acrylic cube with a magnified lid and includes a glass-topped display case, information card, and certificate of authenticity. The information card showcases images from the Apollo 11 mission, details about the journey, and a die-cut square that matches the size of the acrylic cube. Kapton foil is an aluminized polyimide film used for radiation reflection, and the specimen measures approximately 1mm x 1mm. The outermost layers of Columbia were installed with the aluminized side facing outwards to provide optimal reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis display is surprisingly affordable compared to similar items on the market, making it an excellent choice for collectors and space enthusiasts who want to own or share a piece of history at a great price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs noted, the specimen measures approximately 1mm x 1mm and is enclosed in an acrylic cube with a magnified lid for easy viewing. The acrylic cube is housed inside a padded, glass-topped riker box display case measuring 5 1\/2\" x 6 1\/2\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe display includes an information card with a centerline die-cut square matching the dimensions of the acrylic cube. The card has four unique faces, including images from Apollo 11, details about the mission, and a certificate of authenticity. The die-cut design allows you to showcase the specimen inside the display case with any one of four different designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Small (1mm x 1mm)","offer_id":51782402703732,"sku":"80-112-4002-201-33","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (2mm x 2mm)","offer_id":51782402736500,"sku":"80-112-0405-201-40","price":276.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/1mm-apollo-11-whipkey-01-front_dde1c6a1-35f1-4792-9829-0a73f9174e12.jpg?v=1742243024"},{"product_id":"moldavite-jewelry-pendant-necklace-earrings","title":"Moldavite Asteroid Impact Glass Jewelry (Prong Style)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eA moment of impact captured 14,400,000 years ago...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJewelry Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.minimuseum.com\/products\/moldavite-asteroid-impact-glass-jewelry-bezel-style\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso available in a bezel setting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eAvailable as a pendant necklace or earrings! Each jewelry piece comes in a decorative box and includes a small information card about the specimen. The card serves as the certificate of authenticity and can be found underneath the padded lining of the display box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe jewelry pieces are shipped within a small anti-tarnish bag to protect the silver elements of the piece during storage and transport. You may wish to keep this bag to store your pieces when you are not wearing them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Pendant Necklace","offer_id":13648110420003,"sku":"50-807-8010-206-81","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Earrings","offer_id":13648142172195,"sku":"50-808-4518-206-20","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/products\/moldavite-set.jpg?v=1543617599"},{"product_id":"libyan-desert-glass","title":"Libyan Desert Glass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComet impact glass! 28,500,000 years old!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/libyan-desert-glass-front_1024x1024.png?v=1574367800\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Front of the Specimen Card.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the southeastern spur of North Africa’s Great Sand Sea, there are several fields of luminous, yellow-green glass known as Libyan Desert Glass (LDG). Due to the lack of any visible impact crater, the most likely source is a low-density asteroid or comet airburst explosion leading to the fusion of silica-rich sands roughly 28,500,000 years ago.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31207188562003,"sku":"80-112-0023-201-36","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/products\/add-on-ldg-05-1000.jpg?v=1574367775"},{"product_id":"muonionalusta-meteorite-pendant","title":"Muonionalusta Meteorite Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/muonionalusta-box-shot-square_1024x1024.jpg?v=1599081544\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis necklace features a fragment of the Muonionalusta meteorite set inside a glass sphere. Each sphere measures approximately 9-10 mm in diameter (0.35-0.39 inches) and allows for viewing of the meteorite from either side. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs pictured, the necklace comes with a handsome display\/storage box and a small information card that also serves as the certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll components of the necklace are sterling silver, including the 18\" (45cm) box-style chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/muonionalusta-side-01_1024x1024.jpg?v=1599081733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":51795781747060,"sku":"50-807-6526-207-80","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":51795781779828,"sku":"50-807-1515-206-81","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/products\/muonionalusta-box-shot-square.jpg?v=1739564308"},{"product_id":"sericho-pallasite-meteorite-pendant","title":"Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/sericho-box-shot-square_93333dd1-dd5e-41d4-95fc-f41315e786ea.jpg?v=1723135770\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated in the heart of an asteroid soon after the birth of the solar system, this necklace features a fragment of the Sericho Pallasite Meteorite. The setting is sterling silver with an open back to allow for inspection of the meteorite from all directions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs pictured, the necklace comes with a handsome display\/storage box and a small information card that also serves as the certificate of authenticity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll components of the necklace are sterling silver, including the 18\" (45cm) box-style chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing: The pallasites measure just a little under 1\/2\" x 1\/2\" (12mmx14mm). \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/sericho-context_0bb49927-72ad-4439-ac17-5914a64bf500.jpg?v=1723135786\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Sericho Pallasite Meteorite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2016, south of Sericho, Kenya, two brothers found several dense stones while searching for their camels. The two realized there were no rocks in the area besides these and decided they were meteorites. Soon, this was proven to be correct. The specimens were identified as pallasites, a rare class of stony-iron meteorites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePallasites are characterized by a unique matrix of the mineral Olivine embedded in solidified iron and nickel. The combination of such materials is as surprising to science as it is beautiful to the eye. The unusual matrix of the Pallasite is formed by the intrusion of molten metal into layers of Olivine. Olivine is made of magnesium iron silicate with numerous variations on Earth and beyond. We have discovered Olivine on the Moon and Mars and detected Olivine's spectral signature in the dust disks surrounding young stars and in comet tails. Peridot is the gem-quality variant of Olivine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile this sort of mixing is likely to occur in the reaction zones between the core-mantle boundary in large bodies, gravity should separate these materials due to their varied densities. This is one reason that pallasite formation is such an active topic in the scientific community; it also explains why less than 1% of all found meteorites are classified as pallasites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDavis, Andrew M., ed. Meteorites, Comets, and Planets: Treatise on Geochemistry. Vol. 1. Elsevier, 2005.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGarnero, Edward J., Allen K. McNamara, and Sang-Heon Shim. \"Continent-sized Anomalous Zones with Low Seismic Velocity at the Base of Earth's Mantle.\" Nature Geoscience (2016).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKlosterman, Michael J., and Peter R. Buseck. \"Structural Analysis of Olivine in Pallasitic Meteorites: Deformation in Planetary Interiors.\" Journal of Geophysical Research 78.32 (1973): 7581-7588.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMcKibbin, S. J., et al. \"Rapid Cooling of Planetesimal Core-mantle Reaction Zones from Mn-Cr Isotopes in Pallasites.\" Geochem. Perspect 2 (2016): 68-77.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStevens, Michael R., David R. Bell, and Peter R. Buseck. \"Tubular Symplectic Inclusions in Olivine from the Fukang Pallasite.\" Meteoritics \u0026amp; Planetary Science 45.5 (2010): 899-910.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTarduno, John A., et al. \"Evidence for a Dynamo in the Main Group Pallasite Parent Body.\" Science 338.6109 (2012): 939-942.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeiss, Benjamin P. \"A Vitrage of Asteroid Magnetism.\" Science 338.6109 (2012): 897-898.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32203076927571,"sku":"50-807-1517-206-81","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/products\/sericho-pendant-main-01.jpg?v=1598987075"},{"product_id":"sikhote-alin-meteorite-pendant","title":"Sikhote Alin Meteorite Pendant","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/sikhote-alin-box-shot-square_1024x1024.jpg?v=1599140706\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003ehis necklace features a fragment of the Sikhote Alin Meteorite. The Sikhote Alin meteorite is classified as an iron meteorite in the IIAB group. The estimated age of this meteorite is 4.4 billion years old.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs pictured, the necklace comes with a handsome display\/storage box and a small information card that also serves as the certificate of authenticity. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll components of the necklace are sterling silver, including the 18\" (45cm) box-style chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing: The meteorites vary in size and shape but in general they measure 1\/2\" x 1\/2\" (15mmx15mm).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/sikhote-alin-white_1024x1024.jpg?v=1599140855\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Sikhote Alin Meteorite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"I saw blue flame sparkling in the sky because the meteorite was burning, and there were little fires trailing behind the main body. The windows of the bakery where I was working with my mother and brother trembled. A metal door of the oven flew open, and several hot charcoals fell out onto the floor.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e~ Korney Shvets, an eyewitness of the descent.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/medvedev-sikhote-alin_1024x1024.jpg?v=1599141263\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: The sky after the meteorite’s descent was captured by artist Pyotr Medvedev. Medvedev had been preparing to paint a landscape when the arrival of an unexpected meteorite took him by surprise. He was able to record this moment with a painting of the massive smoke trail in the sky over the mountains. 10 years later, the Soviet Union would issue a stamp with a reprinting of Medvedev’s painting to commemorate the anniversary of the impact.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLate in the morning on February 12th, 1947, a ball of light as bright as the sun-streaked over the Sikhote Alin Mountains in the Soviet Union. In homes below this meteorite’s path, walls shook, windows shattered, and doors flew open. As it descended, the object broke apart in a mid-air explosion. This airburst caused momentary blindness and the appearance of secondary shadows of objects within its light. The final impact emitted a booming explosion that was heard and felt for nearly 200 miles. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstimated to have a pre atmospheric mass of 220,000 pounds (100,000 kg) and a post atmospheric mass of 51,000 pounds (23,000 kg), the Sikhote Alin meteorite is one of the largest meteorite falls observed in recorded history. As it traveled at over 8 miles a second (14 km\/s), the meteorite left a trail of smoke in its wake approximately 20 miles long (32 km) that remained in the sky for hours after impact. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout three miles above the ground, the meteorite shattered in a powerful airburst explosion, causing a rain of debris. The area covered by this shower, or strewn field, is estimated to have had an area of half a mile. Fragments from this explosion were driven into trees and in one case created an impact crater 85 feet (26 m) across and 20 feet (6 m) deep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sikhote Alin meteorite is classified as an iron meteorite in the IIAB group. This group has the lowest concentration of nickel in iron meteorites and is formed from the metallic core of a celestial body. The age of this group has been estimated using a radiometric dating process involving Rhenium-osmium isotopes, putting their formation at over 4 billion years ago. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecimens of the Sikhote Alin Meteorite come in two varieties: the smooth regmaglypts and the fragmented shrapnels. The regmaglypts show a glossy fusion crust and a thumbprint-like ablation pattern formed from the intense heat and pressure of atmospheric entry. 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