Description: Tektites are still poorly understood. They are irregularly and at times intricately-shaped nodules and blobs of a glassy substance. They have no crystal structure, and are therefore similar to obsidian, but are not associated with volcanic processes. Their chemistry is unique and somewhat unexplained. The leading theory concerning their origin is the "Meteorite Impact Theory". It is postulated that many odd events occur during a meteor's impact because of the tremendous heat and pressure produced. Tektites may be fused glass that formed during an impact of a meteor with layers of rock on the Earth's surface. Tektites occur in broad bands in specific localities in different parts of the world. These bands produce characteristically similar tektites and are sometimes loosely associated with meteorite craters or suspected craters. Could these fields represent splash material from an impact? Many believe so and this idea is gaining acceptance from many scientists. The odd and diverse chemistry of the tektites could be a result of unique meteorites hitting unique rock types with the combinations producing particular effects. Many tektites have a teardrop shape that could easily form as blobs of liquefied quartz cooled in air while falling to the Earth. You get the Tektite in the photos along with an information card. Shipping information: I will combine the cost of shipping for all the items you win during a 2-week period that are paid for in a single transaction. Postage is $6.49 for all items bought over a 2-week period but MUST pay in one transaction when finished bidding. Please note... If items are paid for separately, they will be shipped separately due to PayPal tracking reasons. Also, I ship items within 24 hours from the time of payment. Therefore, do not pay for any items until you are done bidding so I can ship everything in one package. Please take your time and don't pay for up to 2 weeks. Shipping includes tracking and delivery confirmation. All international orders are through eBay's global shipping program.
Price: 9.99 USD
Location: Tombstone, Arizona
End Time: 2024-12-01T04:43:09.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.49 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Form, Shape: NATURAL
Classified: Authenticated
Item Type: Tektite
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: Vietnam
Specimen Type: Display Specimens
