8.5 million is a believable figure considering the world class collection belongs to multi-billinaire, Naveen Jain.
To keep the record straight, the NWA 5000 main mass appraised for over $14.5 million by an IRS recognized appraiser and was insured for a record breaking 9.6 million while on public display. Unlike a diamond, NWA 5000 is worth more cut into small pieces than offered as a whole. Used in jewelry, it could yield way over 20 million but I have avoided such offers until recently. But who is counting? It scientific value is priceless and I would like to see large portions preserved or on public display. Despite a common rumor that I received the stone for next nothing, a record amount was spent in its acquisition breaking yet another world record. Adam ----- Original Message ----- From: Shawn Alan <[email protected]> To: Meteorite Central <[email protected]> Cc: Sent: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 1:22 PM Subject: [meteorite-list] $8.5 million — arguably the most valuable meteorite collection ever privately owned. Hello Listers I came across an article about a meteorite collector and read that he has over 8.5 million dollars worth of meteorites, making it the most valuable meteorite collection ever privately owned, man I would love to get my eyes on that collection. But I got to think and I know there are some big time key plays in the meteorite world and I was wondering would come of the dealers collections trump the 8.5 million mark. I mean we have the NWA 5000 that was being sold for 6 million or more and if that hadn't been sold yet would put a large amount in the Hope collection. At any rate would be interesting to hear what peoples collection are worth or even which Institution or Museum have the most expensive meteorite collection minus Antarctica meteorites. Down below is an section taken from the article. Shawn Alan IMCA 1633 ebay store http://stores.ebay.com/imca1633ny?_rdc=1 http://meteoritefalls.com/ ......."more than 700 meteorites, some of which I have seen in his office and house. Just to hear him talk about it and to feel some of these meteorites in your own hands is an unforgettable experience. The ForbesLife article says his collection is worth at least $8.5 million — arguably the most valuable meteorite collection ever privately owned." Source:http://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/blog/techflash/2013/06/naveen-jain-king-of-the-private.html?page=all ______________________________________________ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteorite-list-archives.com Meteorite-list mailing list [email protected] http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list ______________________________________________ Visit the Archives at http://www.meteorite-list-archives.com Meteorite-list mailing list [email protected] http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list
