Sericho Pallasite Meteorites For Sale

Sericho meteorites are found in a 45km long strewn field in Eastern, Kenya. This meteorite was officially named in 2016, though local villagers had been aware of it for some time. Several thousand kilograms of Sericho pallasite have been recovered since its discovery.

Siricho pallasite has well rounded, gemmy olivine crystals crystals varying in color from green to orange. Often the metal-rich areas of the Sericho pallasite show well-developed Widmanstätten patterns. One unique aspect of the Sericho pallasites as they have a particularly high olivine crystal density, as high as 70-80% in many specimens. It is quite attractive particularly when sliced thin enough for the olivine crystals to be translucent and is very popular among collectors.

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51 Items ($12 to $1,950)

Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Slice - Kenya #266433

6.6" Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (304 g) Slice - Kenya

$1,950

Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Slice - Kenya #273228

6.9" Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (176 g) Slice - Kenya

$1,150

4.7" Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (138 g) Slice - Kenya

$895

Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Slice - Kenya #269064

3.9" Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (110.7 g) Slice - Kenya

$795

Large, Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame #272007

2.3" Large, Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame

$495 $420

Sericho Pallasite Rectangular Meteorite Pendant - Kenya #286427

2.05" Sericho Pallasite Rectangular Meteorite Pendant - Kenya

$295 $250

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) - Kenya #280666

1.51" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (63.2 g) - Kenya

$275

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) - Kenya #280667

1.72" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (55.9 g) - Kenya

$249

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame #274034

1.3" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame

$225 $191

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame #273790

1.3" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame

$225 $191

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) - Kenya #280668

1.45" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (48.4 g) - Kenya

$225

Sericho Pallasite Round Meteorite Pendant - Kenya #272003

1" Sericho Pallasite Round Meteorite Pendant - Kenya

$195 $165

Sericho Pallasite Oval Meteorite Pendant - Kenya #286413

1" Sericho Pallasite Oval Meteorite Pendant - Kenya

$149 $126

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Metal Skeleton #267038

.76" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (8.02 g) Metal Skeleton

$39

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Metal Skeleton #266967

.85" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (8.19 g) Metal Skeleton

$39

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Metal Skeleton #266966

.87" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (7.10 g) Metal Skeleton

$35

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Metal Skeleton #267118

.79" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (5.43 g) Metal Skeleton

$29

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Metal Skeleton #267106

.96" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (5.71 g) Metal Skeleton

$29

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Metal Skeleton #267116

.62" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (3.92 g) Metal Skeleton

$19

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Metal Skeleton #267126

.82" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (2.89 g) Metal Skeleton

$15

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Metal Skeletons - Kenya

$12.00 (Bulk Discounts)

Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame #274036

1.3" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame

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Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (g) - Kenya #232275

8.8" Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (4592g) - Kenya

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Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) - Kenya #263172

4.5" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (1027 g) - Kenya

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Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (g) - Kenya #232273

4.8" Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (560g) - Kenya

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Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Section - Kenya #259251

4.35" Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (296 g) Section - Kenya

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Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite ( g) Slice - Kenya #256142

3.5" Polished Sericho Pallasite Meteorite (72.3 g) Slice - Kenya

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Large, Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame #263147

2.3" Large, Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant In Rotating Frame

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Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant - Kenya #278212

2.15" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant - Kenya

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Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant #273794

2.1" Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Pendant

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What Is A Pallasite?

Pallasites are a rare subclass of stony-iron meteorites. They are believed to originate from the boundary between the metal-rich core and rocky mantle of a differentiated asteroid or protoplanet that was shattered through a collision in the early solar system. Here are some key characteristics of pallasites:

Composition: Pallasites consist of a combination of silicate minerals and metallic iron-nickel. The silicate minerals in pallasites are typically olivine, which is a greenish-yellow mineral, and they are embedded in a matrix of metallic iron-nickel alloy. The olivine crystals found in pallasites can be quite large and are often translucent, giving pallasites their distinctive appearance. The contrast between the greenish olivine and the metallic matrix makes pallasites visually striking.

Octahedral Structure: Pallasites often exhibit an octahedral structure, with the olivine crystals arranged in a geometric pattern resembling an octahedron. This arrangement is a result of the slow cooling process that occurred within the parent body from which they originated.

Rareness: Pallasites are considered one of the rarest types of meteorites, making up only a small fraction of all meteorites found on Earth. They are highly prized by collectors and researchers due to their unique composition and aesthetic appeal.

Origin: It is believed that pallasites come from the core-mantle boundary of a differentiated asteroid or protoplanet. When these bodies were shattered by collisions, fragments of the core and mantle mixed together to form pallasites.

Important: Care Of Pallasites

Pallasites even more so than most iron meteorites are susceptible to rusting and deterioration due to moisture in the atmosphere. This is particularly important in areas with high humidity, such as Florida. All of the pallasite material we sell has been stabilized in some way which will help with this issue but care still needs to be taken to keep your treasure in good condition. They need to be stored in a moisture free, dry environment, preferably with a corrosion inhibitor such as silica gel beads or a dehumidifier.