Bicolite Tektite – 65.6 grams Philippinite, Meteorite Impact, Bikolite, Rizalite For Sale

When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.

Bicolite Tektite – 65.6 grams Philippinite, Meteorite Impact, Bikolite, Rizalite:
$57.50

Philippine Tektite – 65.6 grams Philippinite, Meteorite Impact Glass, Bikolite, Rizalite

Bicol Province, Philippines

Please see all my Tektites:Seller's other items

Just Back from the Philippines with some Fantastic new Bicolites! Each specimen is highly aesthetic, including this text-bookexample.This classic disc-shaped specimen with domed mid-sections, displayswell-defined contraction grooves around the edges in an almost “pin-wheel”pattern. Rugged, dimpled surface texture on both sides – an outstanding exampleweighing 65.6 grams and measuring 1.75 inches in diameter.Itsorigins and distinctive characteristics make it a sought-after item formeteorite and tektite enthusiasts looking for a piece of natural history fromthe Philippines.

Tektites, fromthe Greek tektos, occurs when an asteroid impacts the Earth and causes terrestrialrocks to liquefy as they are splashed into the upper atmosphere and returnsto Earth as solidified glass.

A tektite’sshape is aerodynamically determined by its degree of orientation as it fallsback to Earth. As it cools, the molten rock contracts which forms contractiongrooves and gas bubbles that leave attractive patterns as the tektitehardens.Both virtuesare visible on this current specimen.

Please see all my Tektites:Seller's other items

Wholesale available upon request, one kilo minimum, but with very limited supply.