576 g Pallasite meteorite slice showcasing Widmanstätten pattern, 4 bln years old

Rarity and Value

This museum-quality display features a 576-gram polished slice of the Seymchan Pallasite (PMG), one of the rarest and most scientifically significant stony-iron meteorites known. Discovered in June 1967 near the settlement of Seymchan, Magadan Oblast, Russia, the specimen preserves the remarkable internal structure formed during the earliest stages of Solar System evolution. The polished surface reveals an intricate combination of metallic iron-nickel matrix and translucent olivine crystals, illustrating the unique geological boundary between the core and mantle of a differentiated asteroid. Presented within a custom LED-illuminated display frame, the specimen’s crystalline structure and natural textures are enhanced, transforming it into an exceptional museum-style exhibit suitable for both distinguished private collections and institutional display.

Discovery and Significance

The Seymchan meteorite belongs to the Pallasite Main Group (PMG) and originated approximately 4.56 billion years ago, making it one of the oldest known materials in the Solar System. Pallasites formed deep within differentiated asteroids where molten iron-nickel metal and olivine-rich mantle material came into direct contact before later asteroid collisions fragmented their parent body. This rare geological origin makes Seymchan an invaluable scientific specimen, providing direct evidence of planetary differentiation and the internal structure of early protoplanets. Its discovery in northeastern Russia has made Seymchan one of the world’s best-known pallasite meteorites and an important reference specimen for planetary science.

Human Touch

Expertly polished and mounted within a premium LED-backlit display frame, this presentation highlights the natural beauty of the meteorite while preserving it in a secure museum-quality format. The integrated illumination accentuates the contrast between the metallic matrix and the olivine crystals, allowing the specimen’s complex internal structure to be appreciated under a variety of lighting conditions. Combining advanced presentation with one of nature’s oldest extraterrestrial materials, this display represents a striking fusion of scientific heritage, natural artistry, and contemporary exhibition design.