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Description
- One lapel pin.
- Meteorites average ~3/4" wide at their widest point
- Each weighs ~6g
- Origin: Campo del Cielo, Argentina / Space
- Certificate of authenticity included
- Meteorite composition: 92% iron; 6% nickel, 2% trace minerals
- These are a little larger than what we use for the cufflinks and tie tack so it stands out more on your jacket.
- Stick pin part is 6cm long
- Pin hardware is soldered directly to the meteorite
- Handmade by us, and the universe. Please allow for slight variations in color, shape and size of the specimens
- Hand-selected, extra quality stones. Sourced in-person from the Tucson Gem Show
- Due to the high iron content, a clear protective finish has been applied to help prevent rusting.
- Snazzy gift box included.
►ABOUT THE STONES:
Campo del Cielo translates to "Field of Heaven" Though it fell to Earth more than 4000 years ago, this meteorite was first discovered in 1576 by a Spanish military expedition, searching for a source of iron. They have been purchased from Argentina from a member of the International Meteorite Collectors Association (IMCA). The IMCA adheres to the highest standards of meteorite identification and proper labeling practices.
Scientists believe that - like other iron meteorites - the Campo del Cielo mass originated within the Asteroid Belt located between Mars and Jupiter, and probably formed around the same time as the earth: some 4.5 billion years ago.
Only about 5% of meteorites found on Earth are iron, and the Campo del Cielo material is highly collectable. Each is about 5 grams.
Each pair of cufflinks is unique and one of a kind, and made by hand by Cyberoptix founder, Bethany Shorb. Working between Detroit, MI and Los Angeles, CA, she finds all our stone, crystal, shell, fossil and horn specimens. They are intuitively sourced in person, in LA from only the most reputable suppliers.
