{"product_id":"brahin-end-piece","title":"Brahin Pallasite End Piece","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exceptional Brahin pallasite end piece is a striking expression of extraterrestrial artistry, revealing a luminous mosaic of translucent olivine crystals suspended within a polished nickel-iron matrix. Weighing 1,275 grams, the specimen displays an arresting interplay of colour, texture, and metallic brilliance, producing a visual effect that is as captivating as it is scientifically significant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePallasites are believed to have formed at the boundary between the metallic core and silicate mantle of a differentiated asteroid—a region that no longer exists except in fragments scattered through space following catastrophic collisions early in the history of the Solar System. As such, they offer a rare glimpse into planetary processes that occurred more than 4.5 billion years ago, preserving evidence of the internal architecture of ancient protoplanets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Brahin meteorite is celebrated for its vibrant olivine crystals and exceptional aesthetic qualities. In this specimen, the crystalline structure is displayed to remarkable effect, with each crystal naturally framed by reflective metal, emphasizing the extraordinary conditions under which it formed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmong all meteorite classes, pallasites remain one of the rarest and most visually compelling. Coveted by discerning collectors, museums, and institutions worldwide, they occupy a unique position at the intersection of natural history, planetary science, and sculptural beauty. This museum-quality end piece represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire one of nature’s most extraordinary creations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSPECIMEN PROFILE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pallasite (PMG)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Predominantly olivine (forsterite) within a nickel-iron matrix composed primarily of kamacite and taenite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brahin, Belarus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognized Fall:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1810\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1,275 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9.86 × 5.73 × 1 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePROVENANCE \u0026amp; AUTHENTICITY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcquired directly from the specimen’s conservator and cutter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Fossil Realm Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the specimen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52623722348831,"sku":null,"price":7600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/517A8887.jpg?v=1781806466","url":"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/products\/brahin-end-piece","provider":"Fossil Realm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}