The Lot
OF NATURAL HISTORY INTEREST: A MOUNTED SPECIMEN, APPARENTLY A METEORITE
Meteorite 2cm x 2.5cm
In case 11cm x 11cm
The meteorite itself measured just 2cm by 2.5cm — small enough to sit comfortably in the palm of your hand — and was mounted in a display case measuring 11cm square.
Modest in size, perhaps, but not in intrigue.
Why Meteorites Capture the Imagination
Few objects can claim quite such a dramatic origin story. Meteorites are fragments of asteroids or other celestial bodies that survive their fiery passage through Earth’s atmosphere and land on the surface. Quite literally, they are pieces of space.
Collectors are drawn to them for all sorts of reasons:
Their scientific interest
Their rarity
Their connection to planetary history
And, of course, the simple wonder of owning something older than the Earth itself
Even a small specimen can command strong bidding, particularly when attractively mounted and ready for display.
Small Object, Big Interest
At £1,200, this tiny fragment clearly sparked competition in the room. It’s a reminder that unusual natural history items — especially those with an otherworldly backstory — can really resonate with buyers.
You don’t often get the chance to sell something that may have travelled millions of miles before ending up in a display case on Earth.
And that’s exactly what made this one memorable.