{"title":"Flying Rocks","description":"\u003cp\u003eRocks that literally flew through the air! These rocks underwent journeys everywhere from deep Earth to deep Space. Explore our collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.unearthedstore.com\/blogs\/geology-unearthed\/what-is-a-meteorite\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emeteorites\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.unearthedstore.com\/blogs\/geology-unearthed\/flying-rocks-volcanic-bombs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evolcanic bombs\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"magnetic-display-stand-for-meteorites","title":"Magnetic Display for Meteorites Stand M1","description":"\u003cp\u003eA clear acrylic stand perfect for displaying small iron-rich meteorites. The central pedestal has a small magnet on top which will attract and hold iron-rich meteorite specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. 2\" W x 2\" L x 1.5\" H including pedestal\u003cbr\u003e(meteorite not included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unearthed Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44197294375142,"sku":"Stand M1","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2264\/7069\/files\/Magnetic_Display_Stand_M1b.jpg?v=1705082354"},{"product_id":"seymchan-meteorite-slice","title":"Seymchan Meteorite Slice","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis amazing meteorite slice comes from the Seymchan Pallasite Meteorite found in the Magadan Oblast Region of Russia. The main mass of meteorite, which was almost 600 lbs was discovered in 1967 by a Geologist performing a survey in a nearby creek bed. A few months later, a second specimen weighting approximately 100 lbs. was located about 20 meters away. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAt this time, only metal-based specimens were recovered, and therefore classified as an IIE (iron 2E meteorite). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn the early 2000's an important discovery occurred at this site, including an additional approx. 100 lbs of material. With these new specimens, it was discovered that the meteorite specimens also included Olivine crystals! This subsequently changed the designation of the Seymchan meteorite to a Pallasite Meteorite in 2007. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOne theory as to how both varieties (metal only and Olivine-included) both occurred from this meteorite, is that as the original mass of material was coming through our atmosphere, sections were sheared off at the nickel-iron \/ Olivine crystal borders. This may explain why some areas of the Seymchan meteorite recovered only display nickel-iron and the others contain Olivine crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe intricate criss-crossing patterns called Widmanstatten formations or Thomson structures are figures of long nickel-iron crystals found in some, but not all, meteorites. It is a mixture of interweaving Kamacite (native iron!) and Taenite bands or ribbons called lamellae. It is believed extremely slow cooling (potentially millions of years) allowed these metal alloys to form this intricate inter-growth. This specimen also contains Schreibersite inclusions. The pattern is further revealed when certain meteorites are cut, polished and acid-etched. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease note, this specimen does not contain Olivine inclusions. The meteorite specimen shown here is displayed on a magnetic stand which is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eApprox: 9.6 grams\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unearthed Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44843486839014,"sku":"23T363","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2264\/7069\/files\/Seymchan_Meteorite_Slice_23T363g.jpg?v=1714671919"},{"product_id":"seymchan-pallasite-meteorite-slice-with-olivine-crystals","title":"Seymchan Pallasite Meteorite Slice","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis amazing meteorite slice comes from the Seymchan Pallasite Meteorite found in the Magadan Oblast Region of Russia. It contains the perfect blend of metallic elements and gorgeous crystals of gem Olivine called Peridot. You can see the lovely gold and green glow of the Peridot crystals when backlit (see photos for details).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe main mass of Seymchan meteorite, which was almost 600 lbs was discovered in 1967 by a Geologist performing a survey in a nearby creek bed. A few months later, a second specimen weighting approximately 100 lbs. was located about 20 meters away. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAt this time, only metal-based specimens were recovered, and therefore classified as an IIE (iron 2E meteorite). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn the early 2000's an important discovery occurred at this site, including an additional approx. 100 lbs of material. With these new specimens, it was discovered that the meteorite specimens also included Olivine crystals! This subsequently changed the designation of the Seymchan meteorite to a Pallasite Meteorite in 2007. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOne theory as to how both varieties (metal only and Olivine-included) both occurred from this meteorite, is that as the original mass of material was coming through our atmosphere, sections were sheared off at the nickel-iron \/ Olivine crystal borders. This may explain why some areas of the Seymchan meteorite recovered only display nickel-iron and the others contain Olivine crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe intricate criss-crossing patterns called Widmanstatten formations or Thomson structures are figures of long nickel-iron crystals found in some, but not all, meteorites. It is a mixture of interweaving Kamacite (native iron) and Taenite bands or ribbons called lamellae. It is believed extremely slow cooling (potentially millions of years) allowed these metal alloys to form this intricate inter-growth. The pattern is further revealed when meteorite specimens like this piece are cut, polished and acid-etched. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe meteorite specimen shown here is displayed on a magnetic stand which is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eApprox:  8.6 grams, 3 cm x 2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unearthed Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45776895017190,"sku":"25T268","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2264\/7069\/files\/Seymchan_Pallasite_Meteorite_25T268.jpg?v=1742159452"},{"product_id":"volcanic-bomb-pair-with-olivine-and-garnet-crystals-inside-spain","title":"Volcanic Bomb with Garnet and Olivine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDid you know that rocks could fly? Well this one did! This “Volcanic Bomb” literally flew through the air after getting blasted from a volcano! What makes these stones so special are the crystals found inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe green Olivine (gem name Peridot) crystals form at some of the hottest temperatures inside our Earth. During explosive volcanic eruptions, this material sometimes gets ejected from the volcano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven more unique to this specimen, red Garnet crystals which form at great depths alongside the Olivine were erupted in the mix!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this material flys through the air, it twists and cools creating some amazing laminations. Once found, these rocks are cut in half to display the incredible crystals inside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscovered in the Llémena Valley, Girona Province, Catalonia, N.E. 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