Maskelynite Tenoumer Crater Impact Glass Mauritania

Unique Impactite Glass With Inclusions Mauritania

Discover the unique Maskelynite inclusions in this impactite glass from the Tenoumer Impact Crater, located in Mauritania, Africa. This rare geological specimen features white to tan glass particles embedded in a glassy, shocked greenish-grey granitic impactite. Maskelynite, lacking an orderly atomic arrangement, is considered similar to volcanic glass.

Geological Significance

The Tenoumer Impact Crater is one of the best-preserved impact sites on Earth. Formed by a meteorite impact, this crater provides valuable insights into the processes and effects of such cosmic collisions. The presence of Maskelynite in this impactite glass highlights the intense pressures and temperatures experienced during the impact event.

Specimen Details

Size: 19mm L X 19mm W X 6mm

This specimen ships in a protective box, within the round gem case (shown), and includes a Certificate of Authenticity, tag, and tag stand. Please note that the plexiglass base and photo cube are not included.

Rare Addition to Your Collection

Maskelynite is a very rare material, making this specimen a valuable addition to any serious impacts collection. Its unique characteristics and origin from the Tenoumer Impact Crater add to its allure and scientific importance.

This scientific material is Guaranteed Authentic. It was professionally and legally collected and arrives with a Certificate of Authenticity.