[meteorite-list] Steve's 150-gram Dragon piece

[bobe5531 at comcast.net]

Elton,

You're not the only one who was wondering why Steve would call it oriented.
It looks like a cool piece of shrapnel. Thats about it.
 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: Mr EMan <mstreman53 at yahoo.com>
> Steve Arnold (Chicago) wrote:
>  
> > "...one of the most beautiful and oriented meteorites that I have
> > ever seen. 
>   
> OK... I'll bite-- Steve?  how is this "oriented"? 
> 
> You've been collecting how many years?
> 
> It may have flow features, the photos are fairly dark, but how do you
> justify calling this oriented?  Attractive , yes  but the best oriented
> meteorite you have ever seen?
> 
> I am sure there are many meteorite owners such as yourself who could
> care less about meteorite terminology, however those of us who do, feel
> an obligation to speak up when we see terms misused.
> 
> Looking forward to seeing the Dragon on Ebay in time for Christmas. 
> Thanks for sharing.
> 
> Elton
> 
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