The Sikhote-Alin iron meteorite is the largest observed meteorite fall in modern history. A shower of fireballs rained down upon the thick forest of the Sikhote-Alin mountains of Eastern Siberia in Russia on February 12, 1947 at 10:38 hours. The flaming fireball, as bright as the sun cast moving shadows in broad daylight as it passed by observers. It is estimated that over 23,000 kilograms fell that moring, leaving a smoke trail which could be seen in the sky for hours. The meteorite impacted the mountains with a huge explosion which was felt over 100 miles away. It made over 120 craters of varying sizes. The largest repoted crater was 20 feet deep and 85 feet across. It blasted fragments in every direction. Pieces were even found embedded in nearby trees.
*The above specimen has a naturally formed hole. It also bears a striking semblance to Bart Simpson's forehead. It's weight is 40.5 grams. Measurements are 43 x 29 x 32 mm.
SIKHOTE-ALIN WITH A NATURAL FORMED HOLE!
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