[meteorite-list] Test - Ignore
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Re: [meteorite-list] Tsunami alert
Things are getting pretty busy here on Oahu. Lines at gas stations are horribly long. Boats are evacuating harbors...The City & County has evacuation busses going around the island…the Fire Department is doing evacuation rounds…almost everything is closed...and there's still crazy people out surfing! And no, I'm not talking about Gary. ;) The Earth shook a lot yesterday... 8.8 in Chile last night, a 7.0 near Okinawa yesterday (no tsunami generated), and a 2.5 near the southeast coast of the Big Island yesterday. The Okinawa earthquake is the largest they've had in over 100 years. To my fellow list members in the islands, take care and stay safe. Aloha, Matthew Martin Kaneohe, Hawaii On Feb 27, 2010, at 6:33 AM, tracy latimer wrote: > > The sirens just went off; Hawaii is expecting a tsunami by 11:00 a.m. > locally. We have about 5 hours to evacuate if needed. I'm bugging out after > we pack and will be offline for a while. The big problem locally is if the > power plant gets inundated, as it is in the flood plain/ central valley of > Maui. > > Offline for now, > Tracy Latimer > > _ > Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. > http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/201469230/direct/01/ > __ > Visit the Archives at > http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html > Meteorite-list mailing list > Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com > http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Tsunami alert
Things are getting pretty busy here on Oahu. Lines at gas stations are horribly long and several gas stations have run out of gas already. Boats are evacuating harbors...The City & County has evacuation busses going around the island. The coastal roads will close in an hour. There's still crazy people out surfing! And no, I'm not talking about Gary. ;) Police helicopters are out telling the surfers to go in… The Earth shook a lot yesterday... 8.8 in Chile last night, a 7.0 near Okinawa yesterday (no tsunami generated), and a 2.5 near the southeast coast of the Big Island yesterday. The Okinawa earthquake is the largest they've had in over 100 years. To my fellow list members in the islands, take care and stay safe. Aloha, Matthew Martin Kaneohe, Hawaii On Feb 27, 2010, at 7:59 AM, Gary Fujihara wrote: > Wow! Thanks for the link Darren. Looks like Hawaii misses the brunt of the > full force, but our brothers and sisters in Marquesas, Tahiti and Samoa may > feel it more. > > On Feb 27, 2010, at 7:57 AM, Darren Garrison wrote: > >> On Sat, 27 Feb 2010 16:33:27 +, you wrote: >> >>> >>> The sirens just went off; Hawaii is expecting a tsunami by 11:00 a.m. >>> locally. We have about 5 hours to evacuate if needed. I'm bugging out >>> after we pack and will be offline for a while. The big problem locally is >>> if the power plant gets inundated, as it is in the flood plain/ central >>> valley of Maui. >> >> A computer model of energy released here: >> >> http://blogs.discovermagazine.com/badastronomy/2010/02/27/magnitude-8-8-earthquake-off-chile-coast/ >> __ >> Visit the Archives at >> http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html >> Meteorite-list mailing list >> Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com >> http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list > > Gary Fujihara > Big Kahuna Meteorites (IMCA#1693) > 105 Puhili Place, Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 > http://bigkahuna-meteorites.com/ > http://shop.ebay.com/fujmon/m.html > (808) 640-9161 > > > > > > __ > Visit the Archives at > http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html > Meteorite-list mailing list > Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com > http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] The Wonder Of Meteorites
Jeff, A spectacular video! It's perfect for introducing the public to meteorites...informative, mysterious, and beautifully timed and choreographed with the music. If I wasn't already a collector, your video would make me one! Matt Quoting Jeff Kuyken : Hi all, If anyone is interested I have now made a 1080 High Definition Widescreen version of "The Wonder Of Meteorites". The default resolution is low but higher can be selected at the right of the time line. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7fQ_hKu8K4 Cheers, Jeff - Original Message - From: "Jeff Kuyken" To: "meteorite list" Sent: Saturday, April 24, 2010 10:54 PM Subject: [meteorite-list] The Wonder Of Meteorites Hi all, I had this idea a while ago and I figured with the latest WI fall and some spare time today, I would finally get it done. Hope you like it: http://www.meteorites.com.au/films/The_Wonder_Of_Meteorites.html Cheers, Jeff __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Fw: etching with radio shack etchant
Aloha Ron, Since reading the article and you and your son wrote, I have used nothing but Ferric Chloride to etch my irons. Your directions were very thorough. A few months ago I etched a Campo that I resurrected from a rusty graveyard and it produced a gorgeous pattern using FC. Of course after sanding, I polished it before etching. Don't let one sour grape get at you--especially since he didn't follow your directions correctly. Even though it's been eight years since your article was published, I want to say "thank you" to you and Jim for your contribution to the field; It gave me the confidence to etch my own irons...and with stunning results! Matthew Quoting R N Hartman : I was just browsing through some of the posts on Joes Skyrockcafe website when I ran across a post from a collector who was unhappy with the Radio Shack etchant for iron meteorites. He claims to have sanded a Campo down to #400 but could not get a Widmanstatten pattern, although he did get a beautiful pattern using the traditional Nitric method. My son, Jim, and I posted an article in the November 2002 issue of the Meteorite Times about preparing and etching irons using Ferric Chloride (which is the same material as used in the Radio Shack etchant). The method has been used widely since that time with outstanding success by many and with superior results, so there is now an undisputed 8 year positive history. Etches show more contrast and subtle details come out more readily, and fears of ferric chloride use have been put to rest as the specimens are not rusting and crumbling. In fact, they do just as well if not better than when etched with nitric. (But that is a topic for another day.) I think the problem of the person in posting his negative experience was that after grinding down to a #400 grit that he did not then polish out the surface. Unlike preparing an iron to etch with nitric acid, the surface wants to have a highly reflective mirror-like surface before etching. As we say in the article, however, every meteorite is different and can react differently to different circumstances, so he may have just had an unusual, but uncommon, experience. He may have a very different experience with a different Campo. (I have many Ferric-etched slices of Campos in my personal collection and they are all doing well.) Ron Hartman E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (7.0.0.514) Database version: 6.14900 http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor-antivirus/ __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Fw: etching with radio shack etchant
http://www.meteorite-times.com/Back_Links/2002/November/meteorites_101.htm Cheers! Matt Quoting "Diiulio, Ronald" : OK all...this looks like it was a great article! Can anyone forward me to a site where I might read it? Thanks, Ron Ron DiIulio Planetarium and Astronomy Laboratory Director Adjunct Professor Physics Department University of North Texas NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador office phone: 940-369-8213 fax number: 940-369-7792 email: star...@unt.edu -Original Message- From: meteorite-list-boun...@meteoritecentral.com [mailto:meteorite-list-boun...@meteoritecentral.com] On Behalf Of Matthew Martin Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 11:01 AM To: R N Hartman Cc: Meteorite Central; Meteorite1 Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] Fw: etching with radio shack etchant Aloha Ron, Since reading the article and you and your son wrote, I have used nothing but Ferric Chloride to etch my irons. Your directions were very thorough. A few months ago I etched a Campo that I resurrected from a rusty graveyard and it produced a gorgeous pattern using FC. Of course after sanding, I polished it before etching. Don't let one sour grape get at you--especially since he didn't follow your directions correctly. Even though it's been eight years since your article was published, I want to say "thank you" to you and Jim for your contribution to the field; It gave me the confidence to etch my own irons...and with stunning results! Matthew Quoting R N Hartman : I was just browsing through some of the posts on Joes Skyrockcafe website when I ran across a post from a collector who was unhappy with the Radio Shack etchant for iron meteorites. He claims to have sanded a Campo down to #400 but could not get a Widmanstatten pattern, although he did get a beautiful pattern using the traditional Nitric method. My son, Jim, and I posted an article in the November 2002 issue of the Meteorite Times about preparing and etching irons using Ferric Chloride (which is the same material as used in the Radio Shack etchant). The method has been used widely since that time with outstanding success by many and with superior results, so there is now an undisputed 8 year positive history. Etches show more contrast and subtle details come out more readily, and fears of ferric chloride use have been put to rest as the specimens are not rusting and crumbling. In fact, they do just as well if not better than when etched with nitric. (But that is a topic for another day.) I think the problem of the person in posting his negative experience was that after grinding down to a #400 grit that he did not then polish out the surface. Unlike preparing an iron to etch with nitric acid, the surface wants to have a highly reflective mirror-like surface before etching. As we say in the article, however, every meteorite is different and can react differently to different circumstances, so he may have just had an unusual, but uncommon, experience. He may have a very different experience with a different Campo. (I have many Ferric-etched slices of Campos in my personal collection and they are all doing well.) Ron Hartman E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (7.0.0.514) Database version: 6.14900 http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor-antivirus/ __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] Looking for two meteorites
Hi All, I'm looking to acquire these for my private collection: 1. Rumuruti 2. Semarkona If you have a piece (or even a fragment) you are willing to part with, please contact me off list. Thanks, Matthew __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] Extra Small Riker Mounts - AD
Hi Fellow Listoids, The extra small Riker Mounts been out of production for a while now and command a steep price when they can be found, however I've been in talks with the manufacturer about having them run a line of 2.5 x 3" Riker mounts for me. Due to the cost of having to have the manufacturer produce a new die and hand cut the glass as their supplier no longer provides glass of this size, it would not be cost-effective for me to have a full pallet (65 case minimum) manufactured unless I am confident that there is enough interest in them. I would sell them for 2.75-3.25 each depending on the quantity purchased. If you would be interested in acquiring some if I had them produced, please let me know. Aloha, Matt Martin Meteorite Treasures www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Tucson - who's attending this year?
Aloha Gary & Listees, I'm looking forward to my first trip to Tucson. I'll be in town Wednesday through Sunday and plan to hit all the big events (Birthday Bash, IMCA dinner, and the auction) as well as as many show rooms as I can squeeze into...looking to pickup lots of material! Save a seat (and a beer..or two...or three...) for me... ;) I'll have on hand some of my latest jewelry specimens, samples of my custom extra small 2x3" rikers & large custom display case, as well as some loose specimens for trade/sale as well. See you all in Tucson! Matt Martin Meteorite Treasures www.meteoritetreasures.com Quoting Gary Fujihara : Aloha Linton, It'll be good to see you again this year my friend! Drooling is to be expected, and there are a lot of reasons for drooling this year. Killer material everywhere! Hope to see you at the Birthday Bash and Blood auction, as well as showrooms around town! Malama pono! gary On Jan 29, 2011, at 11:34 PM, Linton Rohr wrote: Hi Gary, and listoids. I don't have much, if any, money to spend this year, but I'm coming anyway. Just to see all my space rock friends and drool over (not on) all the tantalizing displays. Driving over on Wednesday (my outrigger got stuck on a mountain top at low tide ;^) and staying through the auction. See you soon. Linton - Original Message - From: "Gary Fujihara" To: "MeteorList" Sent: Saturday, January 29, 2011 8:26 AM Subject: [meteorite-list] Tucson - who's attending this year? Got the wind at my back, a current pushing my hulls and a smile on my lips as I bear down on Tucson. While patiently waiting to pull into port, I am wondering who will be in attendance this year? During what dates will you be in town? I'll be in town from Saturday Jan 29 (6pm) through Sunday, Feb 6. Anyone wanting to hookup to say "howzit", grab some grinds, toss a few back, or just hang, can contact me on cell at (808) 640-9161. I'll have some omiyage for my meteorite friends, so don't be shy, come say hi. Aloha nui, a hui hou! Gary Fujihara Big Kahuna Meteorites (IMCA#1693) 105 Puhili Place, Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 http://bigkahuna-meteorites.com/ http://shop.ebay.com/fujmon/m.html (808) 640-9161 __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list Gary Fujihara Big Kahuna Meteorites (IMCA#1693) 105 Puhili Place, Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 http://bigkahuna-meteorites.com/ http://shop.ebay.com/fujmon/m.html (808) 640-9161 __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] We are Streaming Live!
It was great to see it live, IN PERSON for the first time! Mahalo to Ruben and the crew for broadcasting it and to Steve and Geoff for hosting a great Birthday Bash! I'm looking forward to one more day of visiting showrooms and talking story with everyone. Aloha! Matt Martin Meteorite Treasures Kaneohe, Hawaii __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Cleaning Sikhote Alin meteorites
I'm not positive on this one, but I believe their being tumbled. I picked up a piece of shrapnel in Tucson that had two weird looking spheres embedded to it, and when I inquired about them I was told they were beads from the cleaning process. They came off with a little pressure. Aloha, Matt Martin Meteorite Treasures Quoting Richard Montgomery : Ruben, please attach a photo maybe? All the SA's today recently arrive all soaked in black dirty t-fluid, quite a tussle. My best specimens never were, and it's why they are my best and will forever remain in my collection. I'd love to see the condition you are referring to. Dremmel tool? - Original Message - From: "Ruben Garcia" To: "Meteorite List" Sent: Thursday, February 10, 2011 4:58 PM Subject: [meteorite-list] Cleaning Sikhote Alin meteorites Hi all, I just bought some very nice SA's but they are not cleaned like the others we are used to seeing. Anyone know how they clean SA meteorites? I am quite sure it is not a wire brush as the other SA's are cleaned in all the cracks and crevasses. A wire brush couldn't do that. -- Rock On! Ruben Garcia Website: http://www.mr-meteorite.net Articles: http://www.meteorite.com/blog/ Videos: http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=meteorfright#p/u __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] Auctions Ending & Website Update
Hello fellow listees, I have several dozen auctions that will be ending over the next three days (beginning in about 11 hours). Pieces up for auction include some beautifully oriented baby Sikhote-Alin's, a miniature specimen with lot of miniature regmaglypts, a brand new CV3 I had classified (provisionally NWA 6571), NWA 6159 (CV3), NWA 6160 (L6), Mount Egerton (Aub.), Toufassour (Meso), Tatahouine, Chergach, Toluca, Admire, NWA 515, NWA 2948, NWA 869, Pallasovka, Mount Tazerzait, and a variety of unclassified stones (whole, end-cuts, and slices). In addition, I have extra small Rikers available as well. After some difficulties with my website prior to going to Tucson, I completely redesigned it (hopefully for the better). Currently it is populated mainly with meteorite jewelry, however I will be adding a variety of loose specimens in the coming weeks. You can see the new site in action at www.meteoritetreasures.com Here's wishing everyone traveling home from Tucson safe travels! Matt Martin Meteorite Treasures Kaneohe, Hawaii www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Fwd: Any Word from?
Aloha from Oahu. Here damage was limited primarily to a few low lying areas and some boat harbors. We are currently still under a tsunami advisory (downgraded from a warning) and so many roads are still closed. Almost all schools are closed and govt. workers have the day off. Water damaged some stores on the North Shore, but all in all, it looks like we dodged another bullet. Our thoughts and prayers are with all impacted...especially our friends in Japan. Thank you for thinking of us in affected areas. Aloha, Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures Hello all, 10:am EST Has anyone heard from Tracey,Gary, Dirk et al, lately?? Good thoughts for all. John L IMCA# 1896 __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list -- Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164, Kaaawa, HI 96730 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Riker Boxes WINNER is,,,,,
Hi Michael & List, I carry 2x3" rikers (not Riker brand). I sell them to list members starting at $3.00 each with price breaks at greater quantities. They're higher priced as I had these custom made (since no one makes this size any more) and had to pay to have a die made and then have them shipped to Hawaii. Anyway...if you're ever looking for the tiny 2x3" size, I've got them. Matt On Thu, May 5, 2011 at 11:02 AM, Michael Blood wrote: Thanks, Pib & Hi All, Checking Pib's suggestion of Mike Jensen, Mike's boxes are BY FAR the least expensive of all sources checked (google and other Suggestions. So, if you need boxes, I suggest Mike Jensen. Michael PS: Thanks to all who suggested sources. On 5/5/11 1:45 PM, "Met. Pib Burns" wrote: > At 03:35 PM 5/5/2011, Michael Blood wrote: >> Hi all, >> I was certain I had saved a couple of posts on these, but cannot >> find them. Always popular, do some of you know GOOD sources for >> The riker like boxes (I believe they are far cheaper than the riker box >> Name brand - but am up for any good deal). >> PLEASE RSVP to list as I am sure many would be interested. >> Thanks, Michael > > I like the ones Mike Jensen sells. > > http://www.jensenmeteorites.com/supplies.htm > > > -- Philip R. "Pib" Burns > p...@pibburns.com > http://www.pibburns.com/ > -- "Teachin' a pig to dance is a waste of time and it irritates the pig" Mark Twain -- 1. Whenever you're wrong, admit it, 2. Whenever you're right, shut up. Shaquille O'Neal __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list -- Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164, Kaaawa, HI 96730 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Strange UNWA
Hi Barry, I came across a single small stone that appears very similar to yours a few weeks ago when sorting and cleaning a batch of UNWA's. I'll try to image it tomorrow evening and post for a comparison. I have no clue about what it is though. Mine's an oldie though...perhaps part of the terrestrializing process? Matthew Quoting Barry Hughes : Hi, just wondering if anybody ever came across anything like this. I found these when cleaning a bunch of UNWA rocks for a work give-a-way. That's a mm magnet sticking to them. http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt201/slowpoker1/weird/SDIM0321.jpg http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt201/slowpoker1/weird/SDIM0320.jpg http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt201/slowpoker1/weird/SDIM0319.jpg http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt201/slowpoker1/weird/SDIM0318.jpg http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt201/slowpoker1/weird/SDIM0317.jpg http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt201/slowpoker1/weird/SDIM0316.jpg __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] AD: New Website
Aloha Everyone, Now that I'm finally happy with its appearance and have most of the bugs worked out of it, I'm pleased to announce the launch of my new site: www.meteoritetreasures.com I've spent months preparing the site, loading inventory and writing code and making alterations, but it's functional and attractive now, I think. I've still got a lot of inventory to load, but please have a look. My inventory is composed primarily of meteorite jewelry. All of the jewelry is made by my family...my mother, my wife, and myself. The glass work has by far been the most difficult due to the different cooling speeds of glass vs. nickel-iron meteorites...oftentimes causing the glass to break or crack. We've been perfecting our techniques and developing a new line of encapsulated meteorites. These aren't the type that have a plastic pop-top that allows you to insert material...I mean we hand-craft a sealed glass capsule with a meteorite inside and fashioned it into a pendant. Most at the moment are small campos and Sikhote-Alin's...I do have one Tatahouine that's not on the site yet. Our jewelry inventory includes pendants, earrings, sets, bookmarks, keychains, martian jewelry, and tie-tacs. Also available on the site in authentic (non-jewelry) form is Daule, Fukang, Campo del Cielo,Uruacu, DaG 476, Karoonda, Buzzard Coulee (w/copy of papers), Tatahouine, Suizhou, NWA 1929, Chergach, and more! I also carry a line of supplies including Riker boxes and Silica Gel Desiccant packs. Those who inquired about the extra small rikers, just to let you know, I will be having them made in the very near future and will announce to the list when they are available. Of course I will offer a 10% discount off of all web prices upon checkout--use coupon code "metlist" for your 10% discount off your subtotal. Shipping is only $2.00 total for the US no matter what you order and only $3.00 for international customers. Thank you all for looking. Aloha, Matthew Martin www.meteoritetreasures.com IMCA #4238 __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Meteorite Hunting and Collecting Magazine
My magazine finally reached me here in Honolulu yesterday. I must say, well done Eric! Matthew Meteorite Treasures www.meteoritetreasures.com Quoting Meteorites USA : Hi Sonny, Thanks very much for your kind words! I really appreciate the sentiment and the kudos. (and yes, it is a monumental task) One I hope everyone enjoys the product of! That is my TOP priority. September's issue is well underway, and I look forward to bring it to everyone. In the meantime, those who've NOT subscribed yet please go here: $35 per year (6 Full Color Issues) http://www.mhcmagazine.com/subscribe/ Take a look at VIDEO of July's Premiere print edition here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZIqlm9KL9A There are only 20 collectible copies left available! I should be able to give everyone a "sneak peek" of September's cover soon. Your subscriptions help grow the magazine, and lets us continue bringing a great magazine to the meteorite world. Thanks everyone! Regards, Eric On 8/30/2010 6:58 PM, wahlpe...@aol.com wrote: Hi List and Eric, We just got our issue of Eric's new magazine in the mail. The magazine looks great. I bet it was a monumental task to get this magazine launched. Keep up the good work Eric! Sonny and Georgia -Original Message- From: Meteorites USA To: Meteorite-list Sent: Mon, Aug 30, 2010 6:06 pm Subject: [meteorite-list] AD: Magazine July's Premiere Back Issues Available Hi List, 25 July Premiere Back Issues Available For Sale: $20 Each (First come first served.) Meteorite Hunting & Collecting Magazine http://www.mhcmagazine.com/subscribe/archives/ All back issues are polybagged for protection and preservation. Buy multiple copies, read one, collect the rest. If you've NOT subscribed yet please go here: $35 per year (6 Full Color Issues) http://www.mhcmagazine.com/subscribe/ Dealers contact me for a SPECIAL OFFER off-list. Enjoy... Regards, Eric Wichman Meteorite Hunting & Collecting Magazine http://www.mhcmagazine.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] AD: New L6 Chondrite for Sale
Hi Everyone, I'd like to introduce you to a brand new stone--NWA 6160 (Provisional). It's a beautiful L6 chondrite (W1/2, S2) which would make a handsome addition to any collection, large or small. Many easily affordable pieces are available, but with a TKW of only 333g, there's not much of this to go around...only a few dozen pieces and that's it! I submitted it for analysis due to it's unusual aromatic perfume like odor, but the analysis did not provide any clues to the origins of the odor. I was told, however that it does have trace amounts of native copper. The analysis report from Dr. Irving at the University of Washington is as follows: Largely recrystallized with some indistinct chondrules. Olivine (Fa24.2-24.6), orthopyroxene (Fs20.9-21.3Wo1.8-1.7), sparse clinopyroxene, sodic plagioclase, chromite, kamacite and troilite. For a list of available specimens and pricing, please visit the following link: http://meteoritetreasures.com/nwa6160?___store=default Shipping is only $2.50 to anywhere in the world via first class air mail. Insurance is additional, if desired, and is the responsibility of the buyer. Please email me using the "contact" links on the page (or reply to this message) to let me know if you're interested in something. Mention this message and I'll give you 10% off your entire purchase. Aloha, Matthew Meteorite Treasures www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] International Shipping/Customs Questions
Hi Everyone, As I have been sending more specimens to international destinations, I have some questions for those who have more experience in this arena. I've searched the net and have not been able to find any information related to this topic, so I hope it's not a repeat: 1. What is the proper declaration description of a meteorite for customs forms? I've seen a variety, such as "geological specimen", "geological sample", "mineral specimen", etc., and want to know which terms are best to use (and not to use). I have had a bad experience with a package I was receiving which was labeled "meteorite" in the description of the declaration form and a customs agent in Tennessee called me and didn't want to release the package because "meteorites could contain dangerous bacteria" (I'm not kidding!). Does it matter is the term "sample" is used vs. "specimen"? For this question, I am referring to loose meteorite specimens only (not jewelry). 2. Are there any countries that anyone is aware of that prohibit the receipt (import) of meteorites from individuals who live there? Thanks in advance. Matt Martin Meteorite Treasures www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] International Shipping/Customs Questions
Hello Brian & List, Thank you to all of you who chimed in to answer my questions. I received many responses and appreciate you all taking the time to personally respond to my inquiry...hopefully I didn't miss anyone and you all received a response from me. I appreciate your willingness to share your experiences and insights into the challenges of shipping meteorites around the world. The general consensus is to label meteorites as either a Mineral or Geological specimen for study. Brian provides the code used by customs below for this classification and would leave little room for error on a customs agent's behalf (unless s/he felt nosey). Marcin brought a good point into light which some have already adopted, including myself. A few weeks ago I began changing the return address name on my packages from Meteorite Treasures to MT to make it more difficult for nosey individuals to figure out what's inside. Thanks to all who chimed in! You exemplify what the Metlist stands for! Matt Quoting BRIAN SCHROEDER : Hello Matt and List I have been working part time as an International Shipping Agent for about 17 years as well as clearing Customs personally with Goods. The Classification I use is :NATURAL MINERAL SPECIMENHC # 7103.10.00.00 Adding the technical name does not hurt either, and helps Customs Agents to see that the Specimen is not a Corundum, Beryl or Granet. The HC Stands for Harmonized Code or International Harmonized Tariff Coding System. The HC # is the Classification for "Precious and Semi-Precious stones (other than diamonds), whether or not worked or graded, but not strung, mounted or set.", basically anything that is a Rock.. So the following would be suitable for any International Package. NATURAL MINERAL SPECIMENHC # 7103.10.00.00 " carbonaceous Ch. CV3 " or " any name here " All Customs I know of use this International Harmonized Tariff Coding System , regardless if they can read the Language of the Shipper. These numbers are an International Language. Most countries have a 0.0% Tax base for Mineral Specimens as well as them being Duty Free. Providing the HC takes away the need for any Customs inspector to go through the effort to Classify a rock, correctly or not, and can save you and customers precious dollars. Honestly declaring the Correct value of any item, especially when Insured Shipping is used does not hurt.. Not mentioning that the package contains a Meteorite is also a smart move.. I have never heard of a Country that Mineral Specimens are prohibited from entering , only shipping the Specimens out of some countries is illegal. ( eg. Myanmar ) Happy Shipping Brian S. IMCA # 7381 http://stores.ebay.ca/AAJEWELCOM Hi Everyone, As I have been sending more specimens to international destinations, I have some questions (snip) 1. What is the proper declaration description of a meteorite for customs forms? I've seen a variety, such as "geological specimen", "geological sample", "mineral specimen", etc.,(snip) 2. Are there any countries that anyone is aware of that prohibit the receipt (import) of meteorites from individuals who live there? Thanks in advance. Matt Martin Meteorite Treasures This message, together with any attachments, is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed. It may contain information that is confidential and prohibited from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, Please delete this message. If you have received this message in error, please notify me. Let's keep the Internet Safe and Fun. __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] AD: New Classified CV3
Hello Fellow Listoids, I'd like to introduce you to a brand new CV3 from the deserts of Northwest Africa. It is NWA 6159 (Provisional). I acquired a large 662g stone early this year and submitted a sample for study and classification. Analysis and classification was performed by A. Irving of the University of Washington. Analysis: Well-formed ellipsoidal to irregular, granular chondrules (some concentrically layered with ?dust? rims) and sparse PO chondrules, plus coarse grained CAI (composed of gehlenite, spinel, perovskite, taenite, troilite and Cr-bearing (?)magnetite or metal) and rare amoeboid olivine aggregates (AOA), in a very fine grained dark brown, ferroan matrix. Olivine (Fa1.9-10.9), orthopyroxene (Fs3.7Wo0.6), clinopyroxene (Fs4.8Wo33.9). W2, S1. - All typs of pieces are available on my website (www.meteoritetreasures.com), including whole individuals, end-cuts, and slices. Price varies from $5/g to $10/g. All large slices were cut by Matt Morgan using his state-of-the-art wire saw. Given the friability of this meteorite, pieces were not polished after cutting and may exhibit wire saw marks. Clicking the pictures on my website will open a full sized image with greater detail. I was able to acquire some additional material after the initial main mass and I have many small complete individuals available as well. List members receive 10% off of my website prices. I'll take this opportunity to also mention that I have 20 auctions up on ebay that will extend throughout this week. Some rare (and not so rare) material. My eBay username is meteoritetreasures Thanks for looking. Aloha! Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Finding fossil Meteorites
Hello Dave & List, Dave, thanks for sharing this article. I found it very interesting and admit that I had never given a second thought to the possibility of meteorites being buried in sedimentary rock just as once living organisms. I also found the information on their fossilization very cool. Thanks again for sharing. For anyone who has not read it yet, it's a short, yet informative article. As for your stones, Dave, I am not a minerologist, so I will not speculate on their type. If I were to give a guess though, I'd say they're terrestrial. Aloha! Matt Quoting Dave Myers : Hi List, Has anyone read this great artical about meteorites being found in Ordivician fossil limestone. After reading it I starting searching months ago. And found 2 very interesting stones, One looks like it could be a diogenite and the other stone has a subophitic texture like some lunars and a few Angrites So here is a link to the artical if you have not read it, http://www.psrd.hawaii.edu/Mar04/fossilMeteorites.html and second is link is to my face book page with pictures of what I found and where they were found, Just wondering are they worth getting tested, I do not want to waste money if there not. Thanks for any info. http://www.facebook.com/#!/album.php?aid=47781&id=10209843157 __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Cutting Blades for Meteorites
Aloha Scott & Fellow Listoids, This is a topic that comes around periodically and there's a lot of very useful information in the list archives. I would suggest you run a Google search; this came up most recently this past June and there were some very helpful answers. The list members not only shared their thoughts on the equipment that they use, but gave tips for cutting and shared their personal experiences at the saw as well. The discussion was titled "Lessons from the Saw - Cutting Meteorites for Newbies and Curious Onlookers". MikeG posted a lengthy, yet very helpful post which can be found here: http://www.mail-archive.com/meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com/msg86554.html As for me, I picked up a .014" kerf MK 303 sintered blade after that discussion and have not regretted it one bit. Now, I cannot provide a comparison as this is the only blade I have used so far, however I have been very happy with it. There was another blade suggested by a list member that I was considering and after a comparison of the two I felt that the MK303 was a better fit for my needs; that too can be found in the archives. I hope this helps. Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures Kaneohe, Hawaii __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Help desperately needed for presentation to second graders
Hi Susan, Those are young kids so your lesson/topic should not delve too deep into specifics. While I teach 7-12 and have taught 4-6 in the past, I don't have experience with 2nd grade. However, my experience tells me that a good topic would be the solar system in general. It may or may not be a review for them...many schools teach the solar system at or around this level--check with their teacher(s) ahead of time. If you can let them know ahead of time what you will cover, they may also be able to arrange their preceding lessons to prepare the students for your visit. For an activity, I would suggest having them model the solar system. There are a variety of ways to do this...balloons work well with that age. Have them blow up balloons to different sizes (and colors) to understand size relationships between the planets. Most party shops carry variety packs with a mixture of colors. They also may carry black balloons which I would use for the asteroid belt. This is where I would tie in the meteorites--their probable origin. You could create a very simple model of two solar bodies (cross sections perhaps made out of styrofoam)--one, a planet, and the other a large asteroid (this will show them how similar the two bodies are). Without going into specifics of density and differentiation, I would keep it simple...such as "the inner part of a planet is called the core. This means your model would have only two colors/regions in its interior at its simplest form. Explain to them that like the Earth, large asteroids too have cores. The core of planet Earth is made of molten iron (you may want to bring in an object made of iron as a visual (i.e. horseshoe). Then share with them that large asteroids likely have a core of iron too. At that point, it would be good to show on the model that the outer layer around the core of planets and large asteroids is called the mantle and is made of rock. Essentially what you have done is set up the explanation for why we have different types of meteorites. You can then show them stone meteorites and ask them where they would come from...the core or the mantle (mantle). And you could show them an iron and ask where they think it would have come from (core). Finally, to challenge them to think critically, show them a stony iron pallasite and explain that it is a mixture of rock and metal...where do they think that it would have come from? (here's where great dialogue from the kids will (hopefully) come in. Praise wrong answers with appreciation for their effortperhaps you can redirect them to the right answer by responding to their answer with a question. Anyway...I hope this helps. Matt Martin, IMCA #4238 Meteorite Treasures www.MeteoriteTreasures.com P.O. Box 154, Kaaawa, HI 96730 Original Message: I posted this to the list earlier today but for some reason, hasn't come through. apologies if turns out to be a double post . . . seems to be the season for school presentations. Dear List, In early January I'm going to be giving a presentation to two second grade classes about meteorites. Anyone out there who has any experience or suggestions on how I should do this with this age group [7/8] that you'd be willing to share would be greatly appreciated. Please reply off list. Thanks in advance. Take care Susan Patton __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] AD: Extra small Riker Mounts have arrived!
Hello everyone and Happy Holidays, During the summer I announced that I would be having extra small Riker boxes produced as they have disappeared off the shelf of most places since their manufacturing demise. Well, I'm pleased to announce that Meteorite Treasures has received its massive stock of custom made Riker mounts! (I'm having a hard time storing 65 cases full of Rikers!!!) They measure 2 1/4" x 3" x 3/4" to fit your tiny (yet sometimes most valuable) prized specimens! After the cost of having a custom die produced, glass cutting, box production, glass mounting, cutting and inserting the polyester fiber fill and pins, as well as shipping to Hawaii, I am pleased to offer these beautiful extra small Riker mounts for only $3.50 each! You won't find a better price anywhere! (I only know of one company that even carries this size and they sell for $6.00 each!) Price reductions for larger quantities are available (3.25ea for 96-143 units saves you up to $35, and $3.00ea for 200 or more, saves you $100+). You can see the extra small Rikers here: http://meteoritetreasures.com/extra-small-riker-mount-boxes.html For MetList members I will offer them for the special price of $3.25 each for small quantities of 1-96 units until Christmas. Use coupon code "metlist" (without quotations) during checkout. I also have a custom display case available that will hold 16 of my extra small Rikers--check it out here: http://meteoritetreasures.com/custom-display-for-extra-small-rikers.html Shipping for Rikers will be via flat rate Priority Mail for all quantities up to 65 units. Any additional items purchased from my site will also be included with your Riker shipment. You can either use the shopping cart feature on my website to purchase the rikers or you can email me directly. If you use the cart feature you will receive a separate invoice after checkout for the additional shipping cost as my shopping cart is set to automatically charge a flat $2.50 per order. Shipping rates for Rikers (Priority Mail): QtyPrice 1 - 6 $5.75 S&H 12 - 45 $11.00 S&H 46 - 65 $14.75 S&H Contact me for a shipping quote for quantities larger than 65 or for shipping costs of the custom case. I do not mark up shipping costs to make a profit. I only cover my costs for packaging materials and postage. I have many new meteorite jewelry pieces that I have added recently to my site--check them out. They're going fast for the holidays! Matt Martin, IMCA #4238 Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164 Kaaawa, HI 96816 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] AD: Martian Thin Sections - NWA 6963 - Slices too
Aloha Everyone, I have a very limited quantity of NWA 6963 Martian Shergottite thin sections available and are first come-first served. They have been prepared to 30 microns, are uncovered, and are standard 27mm x 46mm slides. You can view all thin sections here and remember that Metlist members get 10% off listed prices): http://meteoritetreasures.com/meteorites/NWA_6963/Thin_Sections/index.html You can also browse my inventory of slices and blocks of NWA 6963 here: http://meteoritetreasures.com/meteorites/NWA_6963/index.html And of course, I will also honor 10% off these prices as well. Thanks for looking, Matthew Meteorite Treasures __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] AD: New Membrane Boxes & Martian Slices & TS
Hi Everyone, For those who have been seeking to obtain small to medium sized membrane boxes, look no further. Today I offer a new type of membrane box to the community. It's very similar to the traditional boxes we are familiar with, however all of these boxes, including the smallest are hinged. This is a nice feature as you don't feel like the top is going to pop off when opening the case, causing the contents to possibly fall out. Open these with confidence! These boxes are made in the USA. I am offering 3 sizes (all hinged) of membrane boxes, starting at $2 each for the small boxes. Bulk discounts are available. To view these new boxes, visit my website at www.meteoritetreasures.com and click the Membrane Box banner on the home page to quickly sort to the membrane boxes. I am also in the process of listing up new material so check back often. I just did a price drop on NWA 6963 (Martian Shergottite) slices--check out some of the slices on my website. I also have a few NWA 6963 thin sections (uncovered) available. www.meteoritetreasures.com Aloha, Matthew -- Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164, Kaaawa, HI 96730 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteorite-list-archives.com Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Meteorites land in Botswana
Might be related to this...there's a video midway down the page: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/2745469/Amazing-meteor-lights-up-s ky.html Matthew Martin Honolulu, HI On 12/11/09 9:37 AM, "Greg Stanley" wrote: > > List: > > Anyone heard more info on this? > > Greg S. > > > > http://www.gov.bw/cgi-bin/news.cgi?d=20091211&i=Meteorites_land_in_Botswana > > > 11 December, 2009 > GABORONE - Some meteorites might have fallen from the sky in the area around > the confluence of the Shashe and Limpopo rivers. > > In an interview, the principal curator of geology at the Department of > National Museum, Monuments and Art Gallery, Mohutsiwa Gabadirwe said on the > night of November 21, a glowing object fell from the sky within those areas. > > Gabadirwe explained that this unusual incident involved a sudden appearance of > a large glow in the sky that lasted for a few seconds. > > The object was suspected to have been a meteorite. > > A meteorite is a piece of metal or stone, which has fallen from the earths > outer space. > > The meteorite burns in the sky producing a glowing light before reaching the > ground and they range from a marble-ball size to a soccer-ball size. > > They may originate from different sources from outer space with many coming > from the Asteroid Belt and could also be from the moon and mars. > > Gabadirwe said this incident was also reported to have been witnessed in > neighbouring countries such as South Africa, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. > > He noted that this was the first time the incidence occurred in Botswana. > > However, he said, reports show that it once happened in 1999 but somehow the > particles ended up overseas. > > Gabadirwe explained that these were valuable stones as they contain a lot of > useful information especially for the scientists urging that they should be > protected. > > He asked the public particularly in the Bobirwa and Tswapong areas to report > any strange looking rocks or a hole on the ground showing signs of burning to > either the the musuem or the local authorities. > > The rocks could be identified by black burnt outside surface that does not > flake or steak off when rubbed against other surfaces. > > Gabadirwe advised that once meteorites have landed in Botswana they become > part of the natural heritage of the country as protected by Monuments and > Relief Act of 2001. > > Therefore they are not to be collected or removed from where they are found. > > Exportation of meteorites is also prohibited by law unless a special license > has been obtained to do so. > > He noted that at the moment they are working with the Department of Geological > Surveys who are making rounds in the said areas in search of meteorites. > > He also noted that they have been in contact with Department of Immigration > and Citizenship to alert them in case people come from outside Botswana and > try to steal them.BOPA > > _ > Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. > http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/171222986/direct/01/ > __ > http://www.meteoritecentral.com > Meteorite-list mailing list > Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com > http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ http://www.meteoritecentral.com Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Tucson Page
Since Paul's schedule will not permit him time to produce the Tucson page this year, I'm working on putting together a page. I want to take a moment to thank Paul for always putting his page together--your time and work are greatly appreciated. I should have the new page up later tonight and will post a link to it when it's ready. Aloha and Happy New Year to everyone! Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164, Kaaawa, HI 96730 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] 2012 Tucson Show Page for Meteorite Enthusiasts
Aloha Everyone, Following in Paul's shoes (and they're big and hard to fill!), I've setup a page to allow those attending the 2012 Tucson Gem & Mineral Show next month to share information about their visit with others. The output will be in PDF documents for easy printing and there are three different (sorted) ways to view the information. You can see the lists and register here: http://www.meteoritetreasures.com/tucson2012/ Aloha, Matthew Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164, Kaaawa, HI 96730 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] Tucson Page Update
Aloha and thanks to everyone who has taken the time to submit your visit information for the upcoming Tucson show. I have updated the documents to include all entries submitted to date. Please keep the following in mind when registering: 1. Please only check the dealer box if you are an official dealer who is selling in a room. 2. If you are staying in a motel or the similar with multiple locations in the area, it would be helpful if you could include the street name so that when I sort the lists, they group properly. (e.g. if you are staying at a Motel 6, please be specific, such as "Motel 6, Ina Rd."). Of course, listing your hotel information is completely optional to begin with, but details help sorting). 3. Entries do not automatically populate into the PDF documents. I manually enter them with the information submitted. At this point in time I am updating the list every 24-48 hours as time permits, in and around my work schedule. Three PDF documents for easy printing are available: 1. All attendees (visitors & dealers) sorted by location (hotel) 2. All attendees (visitors & dealers) sorted by last name 3. Official dealers sorted by location (hotel) and room number Taking a suggestion from a list member, in the future I will add a document with hotel and public event details. You can see the documents and register here: http://www.meteoritetreasures.com/tucson2012/ Aloha, Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164, Kaaawa, HI 96730 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] 2012 Tucson Page Update/Request for Submissions
Aloha Everyone, The Tucson page has been updated with all submission at of 09:10 HST this morning. With the show fast approaching, I ask that anyone else who would like to indicate their attendance to the show on these lists to please submit your information as soon as possible. Individuals will begin printing the lists as they head off, which for many will be very soon. I will update the list more frequently now as submissions continue to be received. You can view the current lists and find the link to submit your information here: http://meteoritetreasures.com/tucson2012/ Aloha, Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164, Kaaawa, HI 96730 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] Dealer map added to Tucson Page
Aloha Everyone, Following up to a previous message in which I indicated that I was preparing a list and map of dealer locations, this information is now available on the Tucson page. You will find a link to a an online Google Map which I have created and labeled with the locations of dealers and public events currently on the list as of this morning. http://www.meteoritetreasures.com/tucson2012/ Its not too late to submit your information for inclusion in the lists and map. Dealers and visitors are welcome to submit their information. Please do so using the online form here: http://www.meteoritetreasures.com/machform/view.php?id=1 Aloha, Matthew Martin Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164, Kaaawa, HI 96730 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteoritecentral.com/mailing-list-archives.html Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] Ad: Extremely Fresh L4 - white/grey matrix - NEW Meteorite
Aloha Everyone, I'm pleased to introduce a new, extremely fresh L4 meteorite, NWA 7827 (Provisional). Believed to be from a fall on December 16, 2012 in Mauritania, this beautifully shocked L4 displays well with it's rich black fusion crust and light grey and white matrix with shock veins throughout. Dr. Tony Irving from the University of Washington analyzed the stone and has classified it an L4 chondrite, S3, W0. The 467g stone I purchased had beautiful regmaglypts covering half of the stone, and I did not want to destroy them. So I only cut the featureless half of the stone. I only produced 4 slices out of the half which I cut: 8.3g, 35g, 38.9g, 47.1g. That's it! You can see and purchase the 4 slices and 275g main mass on my website. I will have a few auctions on eBay in the near future for some of the small fragments (which broke off during cutting--all are less than a gram. See all slices and the main mass on my website: www.meteoritetreasures.com If interested in any slices, the main mass, or even the fragments (before they're listed on eBay), please contact me off-list. Also, I have small, medium and large membrane boxes available. The are made in the USA, have hinges for durability and stability when opening, and are deeper than previous membrane boxes which have become nearly impossibly to get hold of. You can see the membrane boxes on my site here: http://tinyurl.com/cocedw4 Thanks for looking everyone! Aloha, Matthew __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteorite-list-archives.com Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] Article: Discovery of probably Tunguska meteorites at the bottom of Khushmo river's shoal
Aloha Everyone, A newly published (4/29/13) article on Tunguska in PDF format is available for free download from the Cornell University Library. I can't say I agree with calling it the discovery of "meteorites"--I think "impact glass" would be a better description, but it's an interesting read nonetheless. Shatter cones are also discussed. The link below will take you to a Cornell University Library page with a one paragraph abstract of the article. To download the entire paper, click the download "PDF Only" link on the upper right of the web page. http://arxiv.org/abs/1304.8070 Aloha, Matthew __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteorite-list-archives.com Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] AD: Membrane Box Sale!
Aloha Everyone, I've just received a new shipment of hinged membrane boxes and am offering a sale on them from now through Wednesday (June 12th). I've received great positive feedback from many collectors and institutions with regard to these boxes and am pleased that they have been received with high regard. These boxes offer additional depth compared to the traditional membrane boxes and the hinged case makes it easier to open without jarring the contents or misplacing the lid. Cases close securely via a snap fastener. For photos and box dimensions, click here: http://meteoritetreasures.com/store/index.php?route=product/category&path=53_81 ***MEMBRANE BOX SALE*** (All boxes are hinged) SMALL (Reg. $2.50 ea.) Qty / Price 1-24 $2.00 ea. 25-199 $1.50 ea. 200+ $1.25 ea. MEDIUM (Reg. $3.00 ea.) Qty / Price 1-24 $2.50 ea. 25-199 $2.00 ea. 200+ $1.75 ea. LARGE (Reg. $4.00 ea.) Qty / Price 1-24 $3.00 ea. 25-199 $2.75 ea. 200+ 2.50 ea. If you place an order directly on my website, the quantity discounts will be applied immediately. I will send an additional invoice for shipping after the package is weighed and cost calculated. I also welcome email orders as well. Payment via Paypal is accepted and I also accept all major credit cards directly. Shipping costs will depend on weight and destination. The most economical method will be utilized unless requested otherwise. Flat-rate boxes are usually the most economical and utilized for medium and large quantities. First class for small quantities. International orders welcome. To order from my website, click here (you can also reply via email to order): http://meteoritetreasures.com/store/index.php?route=product/category&path=53_81 Thanks for reading to the end! Aloha, Matthew -- Matthew Martin, IMCA # 4238 Meteorite Treasures P.O. Box 164, Kaaawa, HI 96730 www.meteoritetreasures.com __ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteorite-list-archives.com Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
