The Seymchan meteorite was discovered in June of 1967 in the Magadan Oblast region of Russia. This particular meteorite is a pallasite, which is a class of stony-iron meteorites. Pallasites are known to have olivine crystals embedded within an iron-nickel matrix. These particular specimens have been sliced and dipped in acid to show the crystalline structure of the meteorite.
Approximate specimen weight: 2.8 grams.
Dimensions: 8-1/4"W x 6-1/4"D x 3/4"H, Weight (approximate): 0.60 lb.
