[meteorite-list] Keeping a meteorite database

[Elizabeth Warner]

Hi Steve & List,

I would also be interested if something already exists...

But making a database (using just Excel or other similar spreadsheet 
program, I'm also okay using MS Access) wouldn't be hard, but what 
fields should be included?

Since I'm also new to collecting, I wouldn't know off the top of my head 
what notes to make sure I record with my acquisitions...

I've noticed that generic info about a meteorite is usually included in 
the eBay descriptions and that's easy enough to copy, but what things 
about my specific specimen should I take note of??

Also, any advice on how best to display them? (one came with an acrylic 
easel...)

(11 meteorites with 2 on the way)

Clear Skies!
Elizabeth





Steve Witt wrote:
> Greetings list,
> 
> I remember several years ago that one of the list members (I think) had a meteorite database available on CD. It was simply a matter of downloading to your computer and it formed the framework for keeping all pertinent info on your collection, including a place for photos.
> 
> Is there something like this still available? If not I would like to ask that those that do catalogue their collections please give me some ideas on what programs you are using. I really have no idea of where to start. Any and all feedback would be greatly appreciated. And if there are any computer geeks on the list, a CD like the one I mentioned would probably sell quite well here on the list.
> 
> thanx,
> Steve
> 
>  
> Steve Witt
> IMCA #9020
> http://imca.cc/
>