{"id":5979,"date":"2026-09-25T15:29:22","date_gmt":"2026-09-25T12:29:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.artefactumgallery.com\/catalog\/sikhote-alin-meteorite-slice-with-chemical-etching-and-24k-gold\/"},"modified":"2026-10-13T08:24:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T05:24:07","slug":"sikhote-alin-meteorite-slice-with-chemical-etching-and-24k-gold","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/artefactumgallery.com\/en-hk\/catalog\/sikhote-alin-meteorite-slice-with-chemical-etching-and-24k-gold\/","title":{"rendered":"24.71 gr Sikhote-Alin Meteorite Slice with Chemical Etching and 24K Gold"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Rarity and Value<\/strong><br \/>This 24.71\u202fg slice of the Sikhote-Alin meteorite is enhanced with chemical etching and inlaid 24K gold, transforming a scientifically significant specimen into a striking work of art. Sikhote-Alin meteorites are iron-rich, highly collectible, and valued for their dramatic Widmanst\u00e4tten patterns\u2014visible in etched surfaces. The addition of 24K gold accentuates these natural patterns, creating a rare combination of scientific authenticity and aesthetic elegance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Discovery and Significance<\/strong><br \/>The Sikhote-Alin meteorite fell in 1947 in the Sikhote-Alin Mountains of Russia. It is classified as an iron meteorite (IIAB), originating from the core of a differentiated asteroid. Studying slices like this provides insight into the formation and cooling history of early solar system bodies. Its preserved crystalline patterns are a direct record of extraterrestrial metallurgical processes spanning billions of years.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Morphology and Preservation<\/strong><br \/>The slice displays clear Widmanst\u00e4tten patterns, enhanced through chemical etching to reveal intricate geometric structures formed by intergrown kamacite and taenite. The addition of 24K gold highlights these patterns, giving the specimen both visual appeal and a tangible sense of cosmic history. The 24.71\u202fg weight ensures it is substantial and ideal for display.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Human and Scientific Connection<\/strong><br \/>This Sikhote-Alin meteorite slice connects collectors, scientists, and enthusiasts directly to the cosmos. It is both an educational tool and a decorative piece, allowing observers to appreciate the natural artistry of the universe while engaging with authentic extraterrestrial material. 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