[meteorite-list] Possible Ancient Meteorite

[Roman Jirasek]

I had an archaeologist email me today asking about custom labels, and also
if I could help with identifying a possible ancient meteorite he found this 
year.

I received permission to send this question to my fellow colleagues which 
may
have more insight into this topic. Read below, or click on link to see his 
photos...
http://www.meteoritelabels.com/Ancient.htm

Cheers,
Roman Jirasek
www.meteoritelabels.com

Copied email follows....

 I am an Archaeologist and recovered a meteorite in 2013, on private 
property in Sparta Greece. This meteorite was found inside an ancient vase, 
and was buried with human remains. We dated this site to approximately, 220 
BCE to 130 BCE, but have not yet carbon dated the item.

I do not know of any meteorite falling on or near Sparta Greece.  Since the 
meteorite was found inside an honorary vase, we suspect it was held in high 
regards, and more than likely to remember a battle.

The only battle recorded that had a meteorite that fell during the battle; 
was with ancient Turkey and the Spartans.

It actually stopped the battle for two days, thinking it was a sign from the 
gods. Many of the Spartans recovered portions of the meteorite is a sign of 
victory from the God of Mars.

I have enclosed a picture of the meteorite. Can you tell me? Of any 
meteorites that fell prior to 220 BCE, since we know that was the earliest 
date, since the meteorites was buried with the hoplite soldier.  We assume 
the meteorite obviously fell before that date.

This would help us, with dating the find.

Additionally  what would the selling price be if it were to be sold. The 
meteorite?

Thank you

Douglas Roth.
Phoenix, Arizona.
Sparta archaeology.

Yes, it is fine to forward the info and pics.

I don't have any dir links, but can be found, on face book for Douglas 
Rothman Scottsdale, or ancient history on face book for archeology travel 
and tours.

Douglas Rothman.