Re: [meteorite-list] Allende meteorite selling for around $40 a gram!!!

2011-12-13 Thread Greg Stanley
Anything is worth what someone is willing to pay. Greg S Sent from my iPhone On Dec 13, 2011, at 2:13 PM, Darryl Pitt dar...@dof3.com wrote: Hi, Agreed on all countsexcept that Tatahouine (which is indeed a great meteorite) has some pretty good company.;-) On Dec 13,

Re: [meteorite-list] Real UFO?

2011-11-28 Thread Greg Stanley
A reflection in the camera lens. There are many different colored bright lights there. Greg S Sent from my iPhone On Nov 25, 2011, at 3:57 PM, cdtuc...@cox.net wrote: List, What is this? Could somebody please explain this? see link;

Re: [meteorite-list] Cat Mountain on EBay

2011-08-20 Thread Greg Stanley
I would think each would be called Cat Mountain, if they are all classified the same as the first one and were found in the same area, suggesting a strewn field. There are no Franconia 002 or Gold Basin 002. I guess the 'name' of a meteorite is one of a single stone or the strewn field. My

Re: [meteorite-list] SLAGADOCIOUS!

2011-07-30 Thread Greg Stanley
Congrats Count... This is why you can never say for sure from photos. You have to hold it and look at it with a lens. I have found meteorites and posted them and people said they were not. I don't remember seeing it posted on the list before as well. Greg S Sent from my iPhone On Jul 30,

Re: [meteorite-list] Rainbow Fusion crust

2011-07-21 Thread Greg Stanley
Simply amazing specimens. I wonder, has fusion crust with this iridescent appearance ever been examined by a lab or university? Greg S Sent from my iPhone On Jul 21, 2011, at 10:42 AM, Mike Bandli fuzzf...@comcast.net wrote: Another nice example on Dave Gheesling's site:

Re: [meteorite-list] Lorton Meteorite: Finders Keepers, Losers Weepers

2011-07-17 Thread Greg Stanley
Michael: I agree as I personally know someone who works there, and each time I return to the DC area I visit and get to see the specimens there; last year I saw and held Lorton. It should be on display for everyone to see, as it is one of the very rare falls in the vicinity of DC. And note:

Re: [meteorite-list] 99th year Anniversary Holbrook Hunt – A Huge Success!

2011-07-17 Thread Greg Stanley
Congratulations to all that went, I wish I could have made it. Great job Ruben for setting this up and I'm looking forward to your videos and pics of this event. Greg S Sent from my iPhone On Jul 17, 2011, at 1:48 PM, Ruben Garcia mrmeteor...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all, While there are

Re: [meteorite-list] Moon Dust

2011-06-24 Thread Greg Stanley
Yep - you tell a lie enough times over and over, and the masses believe it to be the truth. That is... how you control the people. Greg S Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2011, at 9:31 AM, Michael Blood mlbl...@cox.net wrote: On 6/24/11 6:26 AM, Met. Michael Gilmer meteoritem...@gmail.com

[meteorite-list] Book: The Rock from Mars: by Kathy Sawyer

2011-06-14 Thread Greg Stanley
List: Has anyone read the book, The Rock from Mars? what are your thoughts? Is it worth buying? Greg S Sent from my iPhone On Jun 14, 2011, at 7:47 PM, bill kies parkforest...@hotmail.com wrote: I can't believe I read the whole thing. Bill

Re: [meteorite-list] OT: FaceBook

2011-06-14 Thread Greg Stanley
Forgot google Sent from my iPhone On Jun 14, 2011, at 9:25 PM, JoshuaTreeMuseum joshuatreemus...@embarqmail.com wrote: After the dust has settled, only the seven-headed beast shall remain standing. The Hydra heads of the Leviathan will be called: FaceBook, Walmart, Ebay, Apple, Exxon,

Re: [meteorite-list] Mifflin Update... and Real Mifflin Photos...

2011-05-08 Thread Greg Stanley
All: I seriously doubt is from a new fall. If the person that found it thought so, why would they disappear? Why would they not try and find more? Why would all the deals from it's sale be untraceable? Just too many red flags. But would be interesting to find out what it is. Greg S Sent from

Re: [meteorite-list] Heeeeee's Ba-ack

2011-03-20 Thread Greg Stanley
Good example of Media-wrong. I wish they would check the facts. Greg S. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 19, 2011, at 11:19 PM, Rob Wesel nakhla...@comcast.net wrote: Be sure to click the video

Re: [meteorite-list] Lorton Meteorite

2011-03-18 Thread Greg Stanley
Last year I visited a friend who works at the Smithsonian and I got to hold the Lorton meteorite; it's absolutely a magnificent specimen. Greg S. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 18, 2011, at 11:22 AM, JoshuaTreeMuseum joshuatreemus...@embarqmail.com wrote: The landlords got outlawyered:

Re: [meteorite-list] Transfer of geological, marine artefacts illegal: MECA | Oman Observer

2011-03-10 Thread Greg Stanley
I work with a guy that lived in Oman, and he told me that you don't break any law - they are very serious about it. Like it or not, that's the way it is. Greg S. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 10, 2011, at 7:36 PM, Michael Gilmer meteoritem...@gmail.com wrote: Seashells? Really? Every tourist

Re: [meteorite-list] Welcome home

2011-03-08 Thread Greg Stanley
That's good news. Greg S. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 8, 2011, at 6:32 PM, Richard Kowalski damoc...@yahoo.com wrote: Glad to see Mike Robert are back home! -- Richard Kowalski Full Moon Photography IMCA #1081 __ Visit the Archives

Re: [meteorite-list] OT: Tucson shooting

2011-01-09 Thread Greg Stanley
I disagree, the shooter has a history of threats against this congresswoman and our system of government. He still may be a nutcase, but it was not a random shooting Greg S. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 9, 2011, at 9:24 AM, Becky and Kirk ba...@chorus.net wrote: I agree---its not about

Re: [meteorite-list] Video up of Episode 2 - Insights on Meteorites

2011-01-09 Thread Greg Stanley
Very nicely done. All good advice. For me: I learn as I buy, and that's what makes it so fun. I'll acquire a new specimen and then read and learn about it or it's type. buy low sell high Ha... Greg S. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 9, 2011, at 2:41 PM, McCartney Taylor

Re: [meteorite-list] OT: Tucson shooting

2011-01-08 Thread Greg Stanley
It's a very sad day in this country. Let this be a time to work together to solve our problems. I hope everyone is safe there in Tucson and the upcoming show goes as scheduled without incident. Also, let all our thoughts and prayers go to the families. Greg S. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 8,

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of Day - December 11, 2010

2010-12-10 Thread Greg Stanley
Sweet, I very nice specimen. Greg S Sent from my iPhone On Dec 10, 2010, at 7:34 PM, Michael Johnson mich...@rocksfromspace.org wrote: http://www.rocksfromspace.org/December_11_2010.html __ Visit the Archives at

Re: [meteorite-list] metachondrite

2010-10-21 Thread Greg Stanley
I understand a metachondrite to be a chondrite that has undergone metamorphism resulting in recrystalization. The composition is much the same as in the original chondrite. There are different affinities, such as 'H' 'L' or 'LL'. I think there are others including E's and 'C' chondrites. I

Re: [meteorite-list] Close-up of Iron Martian Meteorite

2010-10-05 Thread Greg Stanley
That is so cool - and no rust on it. Thanks for sharing Greg S. Sent from my iPhone On Oct 5, 2010, at 7:24 PM, Mike Bandli fuzzf...@comcast.net wrote: Sorry if this has already been posted, but this pic is incredible: http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/mer/multimedia/gallery/pia13418.html

Re: [meteorite-list] Trends with WI Fall and alike for July

2010-07-05 Thread Greg Stanley
List: What if during the next fall nobody pays the $100/gm price, then it will come down until people buy it.  I know that will be hard to do, but the consumer can dictate the price.  Although, there is the chance the sellers will not sell for less, then they have to keep them... the price

Re: [meteorite-list] Meteorites are very powerful stones!

2010-07-02 Thread Greg Stanley
Perhaps I we start a new hobby. Meteorites are said to increase awareness, particularly telepathic and psychic awareness. If you are learning a psychic power, or trying to develop one further, meteorites are particularly in-tune with this. Greg S.

Re: [meteorite-list] Trends with WI Fall and alike for July

2010-07-01 Thread Greg Stanley
List: I think it boils down to supply/demand.  In recent years (perhaps the last 5 or so) there have been many new collectors - myself included, so the demand has increased.  Then there is the supply side.  Well with these recent falls, dealers and hunters have been selling the falls (Ash

Re: [meteorite-list] Trends with WI Fall and alike for July

2010-07-01 Thread Greg Stanley
MikeB: I agree: I think many people that wait are the long time experienced collectors, trying to get the most for their buck.  I think however, there's something about having one of the most fresh (complete stones) or even a hammer from a highly publicized fall like WI.  If you have the

Re: [meteorite-list] What types of meteorites do you collect?

2010-07-01 Thread Greg Stanley
Mike and List: Maybe that's better: I'm not to big on Irons - only have a few and my first was an Iron. I favor Achondrites, the more exotic the better - I think it's so neat to see crystals in a meteorite.  I also think meteorites without metal are really cool.  The bigger the crystals -

[meteorite-list] Stuff of Pencils Discovered on the Moon

2010-07-01 Thread Greg Stanley
List: I thought this pretty interesting - I guess those CC's are depositing carbon matter all over the galaxy. Greg S. http://www.space.com/scienceastronomy/apollo-moon-rock-graphite-100701.html Stuff of Pencils Discovered on the Moon By Charles Q. Choi SPACE.com Contributor posted: 01

Re: [meteorite-list] POP Quiz today!

2010-07-01 Thread Greg Stanley
Shawn: Who won the pop quiz? Greg S. Date: Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:23:56 -0700 From: photoph...@yahoo.com To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: [meteorite-list] POP Quiz today! Pop Quiz: Question: Who proposed the name Troilite, and who

Re: [meteorite-list] Trends with WI Fall and alike for July

2010-07-01 Thread Greg Stanley
In my book: Every stone is worth what I paid for it, and all my finds are priceless. I spent 5 days in WI and came up empty, but had a blast - even my feet where covered with blisters.  But I marched on; I loved every minute of hunting. Greg S. From:

[meteorite-list] Otherworldly? Resident suspects his rock find is from another planet

2010-05-13 Thread Greg Stanley
Listoids: Anyone heard of this? Greg S. http://www.sourcenewspapers.com/articles/2010/05/13/news/doc4bec031a6ab9b765018531.txt Otherworldly? Resident suspects his rock find is from another planet Published: Thursday, May 13, 2010 By LANA MINI Devan Werner is a pretty productive

[meteorite-list] Never mind My Last Post

2010-05-13 Thread Greg Stanley
Sorry everyone Noticed that this was already posted. Greg S. _ Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox.

Re: [meteorite-list] New to list

2010-05-05 Thread Greg Stanley
Welcome Henry: I think you will find a lot of wonderful and very helpful people both on the list and within the meteorite collecting community.  I have found it both rewarding and highly educational. All the best, Greg S. Date: Wed, 5 May 2010

Re: [meteorite-list] Guess the WI fall type - Based on other recent falls

2010-05-04 Thread Greg Stanley
All: How many falls have been brecciated?  Seems some of the latest falls have been. Greg S. Date: Tue, 4 May 2010 11:52:44 -0400 From: meteoritem...@gmail.com To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: [meteorite-list] Guess the WI fall type

Re: [meteorite-list] Wisconsin Prices

2010-04-30 Thread Greg Stanley
If it was a complete stone and oriented - I would never cut it; mortgage my house first. Otherwise - perhaps. Does anyone know the biggest find to date?  Is this still it? Happy hunting to everyone still there. I may decide to go to WI in three or four weeks, so leave a few for me. Greg S.

Re: [meteorite-list] green mineral in WI meteorite

2010-04-29 Thread Greg Stanley
Joe: I would say either a pyroxene or olivine, but it would be cool if it was something else. Greg S. Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:22:39 -0700 From: star_wars_collec...@yahoo.com To: skyrockmeteori...@yahoo.com; meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com;

Re: [meteorite-list] 332gr WI find!!

2010-04-27 Thread Greg Stanley
Joe: Very nice piece.  Congratulations and I hope you find many more. This is so exciting. Greg S. Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:34:02 -0700 From: skyrockmeteori...@yahoo.com To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] 332gr

[meteorite-list] NWA Meteorites

2010-04-26 Thread Greg Stanley
List: Is it me or does it seem the number of NWA meteorites available is dropping? Greg S. _ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox.

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day - April 26, 2010

2010-04-26 Thread Greg Stanley
Simply marvelous... Now who's the winner. Brix's weighs in at 205.6 grams How much did Hopper's Ash Creek weigh? Greg S. Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:46:12 -0700 From: mich...@rocksfromspace.org To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject:

Re: [meteorite-list] WI News Clips DVD - Anyone?

2010-04-26 Thread Greg Stanley
Great idea Greg... would be a fantastic educational tool. Greg S. From: gmh...@htn.net To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:05:29 -0400 Subject: [meteorite-list] WI News Clips DVD - Anyone? To all of the computer

Re: [meteorite-list] Elemantary School Boy Finds Meteorite in his schoolyard!!

2010-04-22 Thread Greg Stanley
What a nice and uplifting story. Just goes to show that meteorites can be missed by good hunters and found later by anybody.  Congratulations to the boy - a future meteorite hunter I'm sure. Thanks for sharing, Greg S. Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:06:56

Re: [meteorite-list] nut bag reporting award Wisconsin

2010-04-21 Thread Greg Stanley
I'm confused, this actually could be important information leading to the size and shape of the strewn field.  Also, just West is vague, so we do not know exactly were it was found. This is and odd quote, Magnets stuck to the rock easily— the first time Dutch has seen that in 33 years on the

[meteorite-list] Meteorite that hit Northwest Georgia unveiled

2010-04-21 Thread Greg Stanley
List: What a beauty - and a hammer too. Greg S. http://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2010/apr/21/meteorite-that-hit-northwest-georgia-unveiled/ Meteorite that hit Northwest Georgia unveiled By: Andy Johns CARTERSVILLE, Ga. -- A meteorite older than Earth itself, traveling millions of

Re: [meteorite-list] New Georgia Fall found from 1MAR2009-Hammer

2010-04-20 Thread Greg Stanley
List: This is the one where two of our list members got arrested for trespassing, is that correct?  I'm just assuming it's from that fall.  Although, how could you know for sure? It's really neat if it is from that fall. Greg S. Date: Tue, 20 Apr

Re: [meteorite-list] New Georgia Fall found from 1MAR2009-Hammer

2010-04-20 Thread Greg Stanley
-Hammer Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:56:22 -0400 No - this is not the fall that was related to the arrests in Georgia. This fall was in Cartersville. - Original Message - From: Greg Stanley To: mike ; Cc: Sent: Tuesday, April 20, 2010 3:49 PM Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] New Georgia

Re: [meteorite-list] METEORITE DOG FINDS FIRST METEORITE FROM THE APRIL 10, 2010 WISCONSIN FIREBALL!

2010-04-19 Thread Greg Stanley
Have Hopper and Brix met each other.  This way you guys can just sit back an relax (perhaps drink a few) and let the dogs bring the meteorites back to you... Congratulations Sonny! Greg S. Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:13:06 -0700 From:

Re: [meteorite-list] Michael Farmer finds yet another meteorite from the fireball of April 14, 2010. 20 grams.

2010-04-19 Thread Greg Stanley
Congratulations Michael... this is turning out to be quite a fall... now find the main mass somebody. Best of luck to everyone. Greg S. Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:45:59 -0700 From: mich...@rocksfromspace.org To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com

Re: [meteorite-list] METEORITE DOG FINDS FIRST METEORITE FROM THE APRIL 10, 2010 WISCONSIN FIREBALL!

2010-04-19 Thread Greg Stanley
Greg Stanley Gesendet: Montag, 19. April 2010 22:46 An: mich...@rocksfromspace.org; meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Betreff: Re: [meteorite-list] METEORITE DOG FINDS FIRST METEORITE FROM THE APRIL 10, 2010 WISCONSIN FIREBALL! Have Hopper and Brix met each other. This way you guys can

[meteorite-list] UW has meteorite fragment

2010-04-16 Thread Greg Stanley
I wonder how many more will be found?  Very cool. Good luck to everyone out there, and be safe. Greg S. http://www.wrn.com/2010/04/uw-has-meteorite-fragment/ UW has meteorite fragment by WRN Contributor on April 16, 2010 It was more than just a meteor in the sky Wednesday night. That

Re: [meteorite-list] UW has meteorite fragment

2010-04-16 Thread Greg Stanley
Maybe he meant a fresh fall Greg S. Date: Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:44:24 -0700 From: damoc...@yahoo.com To: meteorite-list-boun...@meteoritecentral.com CC: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] UW has meteorite fragment I

Re: [meteorite-list] Fireballs Known Meteor Showers

2010-04-15 Thread Greg Stanley
List: Has a meteorite fall ever been attributed to a comet?  If so, do they know which one?  I remember reading that Tagish Lake may be. Greg S. From: geo...@aol.com Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:44:27 -0400 To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com

Re: [meteorite-list] $1 Million Dream Meteorite Collection

2010-04-14 Thread Greg Stanley
List: I think I would get a nice sized piece of each of the Mars type specimens: SNC A Shergottite, Nakhlite, and a Chassignite.  If I had some money left over, perhaps a Kakangari-type and the type specimen for CI - Ivuna.  I tell you this: a million would go quick. Greg S.

Re: [meteorite-list] $1 Million Dream Meteorite Collection

2010-04-14 Thread Greg Stanley
If I could not work that deal out, then I would buy Sonny's CM1. Greg S. From: stanleygr...@hotmail.com To: e...@meteoritesusa.com; meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 08:20:25 -0700 Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] $1 Million

Re: [meteorite-list] Museum investigation: 'Probably a rock, not meteorite'

2010-04-14 Thread Greg Stanley
I would think this would fall under the Act of God ruling.  I'm not sure about Australian law, but in the US an Act of God is used for damage caused by hail damage or lightning and such.  So I would think you could not sue the government since it is an act of God. Greg S.

Re: [meteorite-list] Museum investigation: 'Probably a rock, not meteorite'

2010-04-13 Thread Greg Stanley
Yes - and we could make very large impenetrable meteor Nets, to catch the meteors before they touch the ground. Greg S. From: meteorh...@aol.com Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 18:38:59 -0400 To: veom...@gmail.com; meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com

Re: [meteorite-list] New American Lunar on ebay

2010-04-09 Thread Greg Stanley
This sounds real positive, enough for me to put down $63,000. If confirmed through on-going analysis classification, this will be a tremendous, historic and unprecedented recovery! Unbelievable... Greg S. Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 15:19:37 -0700 From:

Re: [meteorite-list] New American Lunar on ebay

2010-04-09 Thread Greg Stanley
Adam: Sounds like he could be a con artist.  I will refuse any shipments if anyone tells me they will send anything to me. What a mess. Greg S. Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 15:43:21 -0700 From: raremeteori...@yahoo.com To:

[meteorite-list] Asteroid 2010 GA6 To Buzz Earth Today

2010-04-08 Thread Greg Stanley
I'm sure some are aware of this. Greg S. http://www.myfoxillinois.com/dpps/news/dpgoh-asteroid-2010-ga6-to-buzz-earth-today-fc-20100408_6968885 Asteroid 2010 GA6 To Buzz Earth Today Updated: Thursday, 08 Apr 2010, 11:07 AM EDT Published : Thursday, 08 Apr 2010, 11:05 AM EDT (CANVAS STAFF

[meteorite-list] Congratulations Steve and Geoff - Looks like I need to get the Science Channel

2010-04-08 Thread Greg Stanley
List: They're Back! Congratulations to Steve and Geoff for all their hard work. http://tvbythenumbers.com/2010/04/08/science-channels-2010-11-upfront-slate-stirs-audiences-imaginations/47750 Returning to the network is celebrated author and theoretical physicist Dr. Michio Kaku in an

[meteorite-list] Coroner's report: man killed by meteorite had marijuana in his system

2010-04-05 Thread Greg Stanley
http://www.drugwarrant.com/2010/04/coroners-report-man-killed-by-meteorite-had-marijuana-in-his-system/comment-page-1/ Coroner's report: man killed by meteorite had marijuana in his system Article in The Daily Tontería:     San Hoyo, California: A coroner’s report released yesterday by

[meteorite-list] Smithsonian discusses the rare, recent Lorton Meteorite

2010-04-02 Thread Greg Stanley
Lorton at the Smithsonian? Greg S. http://fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2010/042010/04022010/536642 Smithsonian discusses the rare, recent Lorton Meteorite Date published: 4/2/2010 ON Jan. 18, 2010, a very rare astronomical event occurred in our area as a meteorite crashed through the

[meteorite-list] Eureka - we've found it!

2010-04-01 Thread Greg Stanley
Eureka! Greg S. http://www.donegaldemocrat.ie/donegalnews/Eureka--we39ve-found-it.6195465.jp Eureka - we've found it! Published Date: 01 April 2010 By Staff reporter by Sue Doherty They say hill-walking is a rewarding experience. Well, for three members of the Bluestack Ramblers, that

Re: [meteorite-list] The Latest Nevada Find, Not

2010-03-31 Thread Greg Stanley
Adam/List: I have found stuff like this - looks like melted tar that has hardened to appear like glass; sometimes they have clasts inside.  It is weird stuff.  Are the white crystals quartz? Yea -just send it back and tell him to go to a local University and get a second opinion. Thanks for

Re: [meteorite-list] The Latest Nevada Find, Not

2010-03-31 Thread Greg Stanley
When I was in West, TX a woman told me that someone had painted some rocks black and placed them on her lawn; I never got to see them as I had met her on the road when was I was returning to my car.  I had to leave and she had to go to town.  I really wanted to see them.  Practical Jokes...

Re: [meteorite-list] New Eucrite? - Eastern Slovakia

2010-03-31 Thread Greg Stanley
The fusion crust does look like that of an Eucrite.  Exhibits the typical high gloss and more of a melted texture due to the high CA content in Eucrites.  Very nice. Greg S.  Date: Wed, 31 Mar 2010 13:40:33 -0700 From: drtan...@yahoo.com To:

[meteorite-list] Falling stars: NEAF and meteorites

2010-03-30 Thread Greg Stanley
Looks like lots of fun and a great time for the kids. Greg S. http://cs.astronomy.com/asycs/blogs/astronomy/2010/03/30/falling-stars-neaf-and-meteorites.aspx Falling stars: NEAF and meteorites Posted 03-30-2010 by Mike Reynolds In 2009, Contributing Editor Mike Reynolds conducted a series

Re: [meteorite-list] Two Unexplored Craters

2010-03-30 Thread Greg Stanley
She can walk like a 50 yr old - man... I'm 50... WOW! Greg S. From: cyna...@charter.net To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Date: Tue, 30 Mar 2010 18:26:54 -0500 Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] Two Unexplored Craters On Tue, 30 Mar 2010 14:36:37

Re: [meteorite-list] Meteorite Men on DISCOVERY Channel Tonight + UK on Quest

2010-03-30 Thread Greg Stanley
Hi Geoff: I enjoyed the episode last night very much.  Beautiful find by Steve, but you did find the first one. I had a thought at the end - I think a great episode would be what happens to a 'type' specimen after arriving at a University to be classified.  You could have a variety of

[meteorite-list] Amount of NWA Finds by Year - The Trend

2010-03-29 Thread Greg Stanley
Hello List: I have heard that the number of NWA finds is decreasing.  I was wondering, does anyone have any plots showing this, or documentation?  Perhaps some plots of the number of finds by year?  I guess I could look at the Bulletin and check, but that would take a lot of time and wanted to

[meteorite-list] What was that loud boom in SE Portland?

2010-03-29 Thread Greg Stanley
Anyone heard anything on this... could it be...? Greg S. http://www.kgw.com/home/What-was-that-loud-boom-in-SE-Portland-89391477.html PORTLAND – A loud mystery boom baffled many people in Portland Sunday and authorities were still trying to figure out what it was on Monday. There were

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day - March 26, 2010

2010-03-26 Thread Greg Stanley
Yes - I did Greg S. Date: Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:34:12 -0700 From: mlbl...@cox.net To: mich...@rocksfromspace.org; meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day - March 26, 2010 Did others get

Re: [meteorite-list] eBay meteorite and crater

2010-03-25 Thread Greg Stanley
List: All I can say is ... WOW! he says I will say I am an ametuer and do not claim to know of these things and he get 35 bids Man... I have to start selling on ebay. Greg S. Date: Thu, 25 Mar 2010 14:31:33 -0700 From: photoph...@yahoo.com To:

[meteorite-list] Unclass NWA - Weight 51 grams

2010-03-25 Thread Greg Stanley
Hi List: I bought this meteorite recently, and it seems different than other chondrites I have seen.  It is loaded with free metal and seems a bit heavier than other chondrites I have.  The exterior almost look like an Iron.  It has been polished and in the matrix there are very small (well

Re: [meteorite-list] Treasure Hunter Code of Ethics

2010-03-23 Thread Greg Stanley
Mike: If people do not see dollar signs, than they simply will not watch it.  Look at Antiques Roadshow, do you think it would be popular with the values of the items never revealed? No way.  I think Meteorite Men is great; I just love it when people I've know for years come to me and tell me

Re: [meteorite-list] Now you can be a Meteorite Man! (courtesy of eBay!)

2010-03-23 Thread Greg Stanley
Mike and List: That's so funny.  Everyone is jumping on the band wagon to make a little cash.  It doesn't bother me a bit, because if you want to get into any venture or start a new hobby, you should do research on it first so you don't get taken advantage of.  I just wonder if this person

Re: [meteorite-list] Increased Interest in Meteorites

2010-03-22 Thread Greg Stanley
Hello List Members: This past weekend I attended a rock and mineral show here in Bakersfield, CA and I noticed two things. First: More vendors are selling (and are more knowledgeable of) meteorites now compared to the past. I spoke to a number of people and they had classifications on some

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day - March 22, 2010

2010-03-22 Thread Greg Stanley
Yes - unfortunate, but true.  If they do not get the audience (cha-ching), then the shows will not last.  Look at the shows Pawn Stars and now American Pickers.  They are similar to Antiques Roadshow, but really focus on the monetary value of items and how much profit can be made.  But that's

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day - March 22, 2010

2010-03-22 Thread Greg Stanley
All: I took another look at all these boxes... and thought... what if the first Lunar from North America appeared. It could happen.  The more people looking and getting stones checked, I think more meteorites will be discovered. Greg S. To:

Re: [meteorite-list] Ad Ebay sellers must see

2010-03-17 Thread Greg Stanley
All: I found this interesting. http://online-auction-sites.toptenreviews.com/ Greg S. Date: Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:25:38 -0400 From: meteoritem...@gmail.com To: meteorite...@comcast.net CC: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: Re:

Re: [meteorite-list] QUESTION RE METEORITES AND POP CULTURE

2010-03-17 Thread Greg Stanley
May be a little late, but I thought of this thread when I saw this. Take a look - perhaps a movie will be made. Greg S.

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day - March 16, 2010

2010-03-16 Thread Greg Stanley
Simply Marvelous!! Greg S. Date: Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:35:52 -0700 From: mich...@rocksfromspace.org To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day - March 16, 2010

Re: [meteorite-list] Electric metallic blue inclusion inEnsisheim(the photo)

2010-03-16 Thread Greg Stanley
That's really cool!! Looks like azurite to me. Perhaps someone can take it to an institution and find out.  Although, I thin section may be needed. I'll look more closely at my meteorites in the future. Thanks for sharing. Greg S. From:

Re: [meteorite-list] QUESTION RE METEORITES AND POP CULTURE

2010-03-12 Thread Greg Stanley
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Re: [meteorite-list] QUESTION RE METEORITES AND POP CULTURE

2010-03-12 Thread Greg Stanley
This could be a good reference source http://books.google.com/books?id=JADiKdzkJqsCpg=PA186lpg=PA186dq=meteorites+pop+culturesource=blots=ayMUYFbEaHsig=ftNZQ98uvJrPF--9s610S1992nQhl=enei=nImaS6GiGYH48AbIufCQDgsa=Xoi=book_resultct=resultresnum=9ved=0CBkQ6AEwCA#v=onepageq=f=false Greg S.

Re: [meteorite-list] QUESTION RE METEORITES AND POP CULTURE

2010-03-12 Thread Greg Stanley
List: Take a look at all the stamps with meteorites.  None in the USA.  We need one... perhaps The Tucson Ring? If the USA did make a Meteorite Stamp, what meteorite would you select? http://www.pibburns.com/catastro/metstamp.htm Greg S. From:

Re: [meteorite-list] 5 reasons to record meteorite coordinates

2010-03-12 Thread Greg Stanley
Who, Where, When, what and Why do you think Scientists want this information? Scientists who want to understand strewn fields In publications Books - Field Guide to meteorites Who holds this information? Met list Anyone who wants to compile the information and perhaps write an

[meteorite-list] A Simple Question

2010-03-10 Thread Greg Stanley
Now you're just being silly. I have a question to everyone who hunts Federal Lands: How many of you were FORCED... FORCED to give your meteorite(s) to the Smithsonian? Greg S. From: sterling_k_w...@sbcglobal.net To: almi...@localnet.com;

[meteorite-list] Did you hear a boom Monday? It could possibly be...

2010-03-10 Thread Greg Stanley
Does anyone live near Shreveport LA? Greg S. http://www.ksla.com/Global/story.asp?S=12113685 Did you hear a boom Monday? It could possibly be... Posted: Mar 09, 2010 7:30 PM PST Updated: Mar 09, 2010 7:30 PM PST SHREVEPORT, LA (KSLA) – An enormous boom heard across parts of Louisiana on

Re: [meteorite-list] It is a sad day.....

2010-03-09 Thread Greg Stanley
We can also thank the government for all the many 1000's of square miles of BLM areas we can freely visit and use, as long as people are responsible.  Just imagine if we had no Federal lands and parks and it was all privately owned. Greg S. Date: Tue,

Re: [meteorite-list] It is a sad day.....

2010-03-09 Thread Greg Stanley
Remember Lorton Hmm... What ever came of that anyway? Greg S. Date: Tue, 9 Mar 2010 10:15:25 -0800 From: raremeteori...@yahoo.com To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] It is a sad day. Hi Daryl and List,

Re: [meteorite-list] its a sad day

2010-03-09 Thread Greg Stanley
This is a great example of: be careful what you wish for... you might get it. The entire meteorite community has been on a high with all the publicity, and now its come to bite us. Greg S. Date: Tue, 9 Mar 2010 10:20:49 -0800 From:

Re: [meteorite-list] Request Glorieta Mountain strewnfield map

2010-03-09 Thread Greg Stanley
What if the Brenham meteorite never was documented.  Perhaps Steve Arnold would have never found his huge meteorite a few years back.  Never developed his searching technique and thus perhaps no Meteorite Men. Just imagine if a friend came home and showed you a beautiful blood red ruby (gem

Re: [meteorite-list] It is a sad day.....

2010-03-08 Thread Greg Stanley
Yes - The government has gotten bigger (since 1906) when the American Antiquities Act of 1906 was passed.  This topic has been discussed on the list before.  From what I understand, meteorites found on BLM land is the ownership of the Smithsonian, it just has not been enforced.  This is one of

Re: [meteorite-list] It is a sad day.....

2010-03-08 Thread Greg Stanley
Hi All: I know someone that works at the Smithsonian and I asked about this a few years ago.  His reply: We also talked about the legality of collecting on BLM property.  This is a sticky subject that, as far as I can tell, has nothing to do with the 20gm/20% rule.  Technically, all meteorites

[meteorite-list] Hole new theory on life

2010-03-05 Thread Greg Stanley
Just an amazing picture. Nice artical too. Greg S. http://www.nationalpost.com/news/canada/story.html?id=2644178 Microbes found in Arctic meteor crater could help point to life on Mars Randy Boswell, Canwest News Service  Published: Friday, March 05, 2010 Related Topics Oceanographer

[meteorite-list] Northland residents report flaming object in the sky

2010-03-04 Thread Greg Stanley
Any more information on this one? Greg S. http://www.duluthnewstribune.com/event/article/id/161921/ Northland residents report flaming object in the sky Several Northland residents reported seeing a flaming object in the sky about 7:15 p.m. Wednesday. Audrey Monicken, who lives on

[meteorite-list] Could Another Dog Have Found a Meteorite... hmmm

2010-03-04 Thread Greg Stanley
Take a look at this on ebay http://cgi.ebay.com/Iron-Meteorit_W0QQitemZ120536592066QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1c108a6ec2 He says his dog found it. I don't know...? Greg S.

Re: [meteorite-list] Metal content in Lunars?

2010-03-03 Thread Greg Stanley
Greg/Carl: I have a small NWA 5000 and it sticks to a strong magnet; in fact, I have very few meteorites that do not stick to my magnet: a howardite, Tatahouine (Diogenite) and an Eucrite.  I have been surprized at how many achondrites do have metal in them and do stick to my magnet.  Perhaps

[meteorite-list] Clues to Antarctica space blast

2010-03-03 Thread Greg Stanley
Interesting Greg S. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/8547534.stm Clues to Antarctica space blast By Paul Rincon Science reporter, BBC News, The Woodlands, Texas A large space rock may have exploded over Antarctica thousands of years ago, showering a large area with debris,

Re: [meteorite-list] Dating Meteorites

2010-03-03 Thread Greg Stanley
That's because you did not use the correct 'technique' of dating... Very nice video.  I was expecting it to be a little older than 4.55 towards then end. Thanks for posting. Greg S. Date: Wed, 3 Mar 2010 15:56:24 -0500 From: meteoritem...@gmail.com

Re: [meteorite-list] The Perils of Type Collecting - A Guide

2010-03-03 Thread Greg Stanley
Murchison is a CM2 Greg S. Date: Wed, 3 Mar 2010 19:12:20 -0500 From: cdtuc...@cox.net To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com; damoc...@yahoo.com; meteoritem...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] The Perils of Type Collecting - A Guide Good

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