[meteorite-list] Stability of Pallasites/Rocks From Space Picture of the Day - March 9, 2007

From: ensoramanda <ensoramanda_at_meteoritecentral.com>
Date: Fri, 09 Mar 2007 11:33:15 +0000
Message-ID: <45F145FB.1030407_at_ntlworld.com>

Hi

Esquel...still probably the most beautiful of them all! Great picture.

Whilst at the Tucson show and looking at various special pieces to trade
for my collection I discussed pallasites with many dealers and visitors
but nearly always got slightly conflicting views as to the stability of
those available...and so still did not get that elusive 'star' to bring
back to the UK. The damp climate here is not very good for meteorites
as you are all aware...and I know to my cost that some meteorites will
rust even when looked after (my Brahin is just a pile of rust and
olivine now)...you learn as you go along.

Some say they have found ways of treating the rusters so that they are
stable...others say that they still rust. Lots of varying info on the
list over the years too...is Esquel still the best?

What seems to be the groing rate/g for the better pallasites (I know I
could find out by scouring all the websites, but feeling lazy I thought
someone in the know might have the info at hand)

I am looking for a spectacular centrepiece, that will stand up to the
British climate and will stand handling/being permanently on show.

Any advice most welcome.

Graham Ensor, Nr Barwell UK

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Received on Fri 09 Mar 2007 06:33:15 AM PST