[meteorite-list] Meteorite Law
I wonder if Douglas Schmitt's "interviews" could in any stretch of the term be considered "a scientific sample?" Does he even attempt a qualitative and quantitative assessment of the "contributions to the field" by finders, collectors, dealers, academics, scientists, etc? Byron Groves gives an encouraging interpretation of Meteorite Law on his website: http://www.bgroveswon.com/meteoritelaw/meteorite_law.html Byron's bottom line: Based on the skimpy facts, my conclusion would be that the finder rightful on the land would have as much ownership of the find as could be owned. Let's keep our community united in diversity! Nick __ Meteorite-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] Nevada Meteorites
Stay tuned for something special from Nevada... Nick __ Meteorite-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] eBay Fraud Control...
Some time ago I remember putting up an obvious fraudulent meteorite on eBay. It was intended as a warning to gullible eBayers. I believe I offered "dried wasps from Mars" as an alternative to the "Frass Meteorite Insects." It was a lot of fun and I thank many of you for bidding (I never collected). So I was amused to find someone else using the same technique... Have a look at this auction: #10 Extremely Rare TETE BECHE Pair- Certified Item # 803378686 Anyone who collects early US stamps will know immediately that something is wrong. It's a great read and a nice idea revisited... When I discussed the technique with eBay lawyers a few years ago they weren't too thrilled. "As long as you were selling something," they said, "it was OK." Anyway, enjoy... Nick __ Meteorite-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] eBay Fraud Control...
What does stamp collecting have to do with meteorite collecting? There are frauds in both... Have a close look at this auction: #10 Extremely Rare TETE BECHE Pair- Certified Item # 803378686 http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=803378686&category=675 And follow the link to the "CERTIFICATE" in light green. It leads to a website detailing frauds in stamp collecting with examples from eBay... Or if you want to go directly there, click: http://www.pcug.org.au/~sheryll/Forgeries/US/Forgeries_article_US.htm Maybe we should do something similar? Cheers, Nick __ Meteorite-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] HELP PLEASE
Hi Steve, I've had some dealings with Duane Penshorn. In those, he has been more than helpful and generous. I have helped him submit a number of specimens for analysis at UCLA and he has been quick to provide large samples to the lab, gratis. His newly recognized old find from California was published in the last Meteorite Bulletin - this is one of the several he submitted. I have been trying to get ahold of him for months too, but in my case I have been trying to give him the results of the analysis of his specimens and talk with him about the NomCom. When we did talk on the phone I learned that he was a medical student - so perhaps he is inundated with work? Let me know what you hear... Nick At 04:18 PM 7/10/02 -0700, you wrote: >Hi list. I have a problem, and I do not no what to do. I bought a >meteorite slice from WWW.METEORS.COM in Texas. That was almost 4 weeks >ago. I've called, e-mailed these people and nothing.My meteorite slice was >payed for already, but so far nothing. Could someone give me advice? The >person in charge is DUANE PENSHORE.Let me know! > >= >Steve R.Arnold, Chicago, IL, 60120 >I. M. C. A. MEMBER #6728 >The Midwest Meteorite Collector! >Collecting Meteorites since,June, 1999!!! > >__ >Do You Yahoo!? >Sign up for SBC Yahoo! Dial - First Month Free >http://sbc.yahoo.com > >__ >Meteorite-list mailing list >[EMAIL PROTECTED] >http://www.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list __ Meteorite-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
Re: [meteorite-list] The Ensisheim show
On another note, I will be leaving Sunday for Europe and will be visiting the Vienna Collection before attending the Ensisheim meteorite show. Who else on the list will be attending? Mike Farmer I plan to be there too. Nick Gessler __ Meteorite-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
[meteorite-list] Alan Rubin is Disturbing the Solar System!
Hello all you avid readers, Yes, Alan's new book "Disturbing the Solar System : Impacts, Close Encounters, and Coming Attractions," will be available in May. From the Inside Flap "This book--which reflects Dr. Rubin's experience in writing and lecturing for public audiences--stands out for its focus, innovation, and appeal. Dr. Rubin synthesizes a great deal of modern research in geophysics and planetary science. His selection and treatment of subjects is fresh. Even when he targets more familiar material, he approaches it with an unconventional perspective." (E. C. Krupp, Director, Griffith Observatory) Check it out on amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0691074747/qid%3D1011857386/ref%3Dsr%5F11%5F0%5F1/107-6292075-6792525 Happy reading, Nick __ Meteorite-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
