[meteorite-list] SALE: BUR-ABOR, AN INCOMPARABLE METEORITE SPECIMEN – MAIN MASS

[Elizabeth Grose]

NOW AVAILABLE AT AUCTION
BUR-ABOR, AN INCOMPARABLE METEORITE SPECIMEN – MAIN MASS
Iron, medium octahedrite IIIAB
Northeastern Province, Kenya
https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/27190/lot/11/

A thrilling 600-pound main mass, the Bur-Abor meteorite main mass may arguably be classed at the top of all large iron meteorites to be offered at auction. Bur -Abor was found in Northeastern Kenya in a local family's garden, after it fell on Nov. 27, 1997. Considered an unwitnessed fall, Bur-Abor boasts numerous distinguished qualities.

The present main mass is replete with regmaglypts and large scoops while also displaying the rarely seen feature of orientation. These distinctive features were caused by ablation as the meteorite coursed through Earth's atmosphere. One can see the surface area where elongated, parallel thumbprints indicate oriented flight, which melted grooves into the surface, mirroring each other in shape and size. Created by millions of years in the heavy metal core of an asteroid, it weighs a massive 274 kilograms and has never been cleaned or wire brushed; its appearance is exactly as it was the day it was found.

After its discovery, a portion of Bur-Abor was taken to the Natural History Museum in London. The present offering is the main mass. Iron meteorites of this size and beauty are generally only seen in world renowned museums and a few university display collections. The magnificent piece is offered on a rotating custom steel stand. Weighing 274kg (602.8 lbs). Measuring 32 x 20 x 15 in

View it online:  https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/27190/lot/11/

For inquiries:  Tom.Lindgren at bonhams.com<mailto:Tom.Lindgren at bonhams.com>


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