{"title":"Real Artifacts from History \u0026 Science","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuthentic historical artifacts offer a direct connection to the past through real, physical objects. These pieces are not reproductions, but genuine specimens that carry evidence of history, science, and time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach artifact represents a specific moment, process, or place. From prehistoric materials to modern historical fragments, these objects allow collectors to engage with history in a tangible and immediate way.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"raptor-bone","title":"Dromaeosaurid Raptor Bone - Authentic Hell Creek Fossil Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong before the word \"raptor\" entered popular culture, \u003cstrong\u003eDromaeosauridae\u003c\/strong\u003e were already among the most sophisticated predators of the Mesozoic. Fast-moving, carnivorous, and possibly feathered, these Cretaceous hunters are now understood to be among the closest dinosaurian relatives of modern birds. This \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic raptor bone fossil\u003c\/strong\u003e is a piece of a real Dromaeosaurid specimen recovered from the Hell Creek Formation - one of the most important dinosaur fossil sites in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Real Piece of the Cretaceous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their delicate skeletal structure and possible flight-related adaptations, Dromaeosaurid bones are among the more fragile and rare components of the Hell Creek fossil record. This specimen measures approximately 1 cm and is presented in a glass-topped riker display case with an informational card that also serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Authentic Raptor Bone Fossil in Your Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a cast or reproduction. This is a real fossilized fragment of a dinosaur that walked the Earth over 66 million years ago. Each specimen includes a Mini Museum certificate of authenticity and informational display card. Explore more in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/era-prehistoric-art-collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePrehistoric Collection\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/natural-history-collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNatural History Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80-112-0478-201-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hell Creek Formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glass-topped riker display case\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certificate of authenticity and informational card\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specimens vary in size and shape. Each is completely unique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43153584554097,"sku":"80-112-0478-201-40","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/raptor-bone-MAIN-005.jpg?v=1777667947"},{"product_id":"moon-stars-necklace","title":"Moon \u0026 Stars Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/moon-stars-2021-side-square_1024x1024.jpg?v=1641392750\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that due to very high demand we are limiting this item to one (1) per customer. This includes past orders. Thank you for helping others to share their love of the Moon and the Stars!!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCapturing the Heart of Space... \u003cspan\u003eMoon \u0026amp; Stars pairs lunar dust from the bright highlands of the moon with a dense asteroid forged during the birth of our solar system. This two-strand, sterling silver necklace features two meteorites: a complete Campo del Cielo meteorite and a Swarovski crystal backed with lunar dust from meteorite NWA 5000.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eBoth chains are cable-style Sterling Silver. The chains connect by means of a spring clasp. Each setting is also Sterling Silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew! We have two different lengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16-18\":\u003c\/strong\u003e The top chain measures 16 inches (~40cm) and the bottom chain measures 18 inches (~46cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18-20\":\u003c\/strong\u003e The top chain measures 18 inches (~46cm) and the bottom chain measures 20 inches (~51cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eThe necklace comes in a decorative box and includes a small information card about the specimens. The card serves as the certificate of authenticity and can be found underneath the padded lining of the display box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimens in Moon \u0026amp; Stars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/moon-stars-2021-retouch_1024x1024.jpg?v=1641392705\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: The Moon \u0026amp; Stars Necklace\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eDiscovered in Morocco in 2007, the NWA 5000 meteorite is one of the largest lunar meteorites. Its composition suggests a highlands origin. The highlands of the moon are the white areas we can see with the naked eye here on Earth. These regions are dominated by a range of intrusive igneous rocks, such as the gabbro of NWA 5000. Known in geology as anorthosites, these rocks form when large plumes of magma cool and crystallize within the crust. The darker areas of the moon, known as \"seas\" due to their visual appearance, are basalts created during volcanic floods on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCampo del Cielo is often referred to as a single meteorite but it is in fact a broad term defining a meteorite field in the Chaco Province of Northwest Argentina. There are numerous large craters here and radiocarbon dating of charred tree stumps place the date of the impact at roughly 2500 BCE. The tale of the original fall was passed down from generation to generation and woven into local legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe region, known as \u003cem\u003ePiguem Nonraltá\u003c\/em\u003e, became a place of pilgrimage, worship, and industry. The indigenous Quechuan name translates to Spanish as \u003cem\u003eCampo del Cielo\u003c\/em\u003e or \"Field of Heaven.\" The name was recorded in 1576 CE by the Governor of the provinces of Tucumán, Gonzalo de Abreu y Figueroa, as the Spanish searched for the source of iron being used in indigenous weapons and possible silver deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore recent studies have shown that Campo del Cielo is an IAB iron meteorite. As with other meteorites in this class, radioisotopic dating of silicate inclusions places the age of the main mass at roughly 4,400,000-4,500,000 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCare Notice: The Campo del Cielo meteorite has been cleaned and sealed to protect it as much as possible. However, it is a Nickel\/Iron alloy so it is susceptible to rust should the coating wear off. To keep the meteorite rust-free, we recommend the necklace be kept dry and away from chemicals. Swimming, showering, or similar activity could cause the protective coating to wear prematurely and allow rust to form. Care must also be taken to keep the meteorite away from chemicals like bleach, chlorine, and especially anything containing acid. Please note the meteorite also contains Nickel and can cause an allergic reaction if placed directly against the skin if one is sensitive to Nickel.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/moon-and-stars-2021-back_1024x1024.png?v=1641392818\"\u003eAbove: The back of the Specimen Card.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"16-18\"","offer_id":43171391438961,"sku":"50-807-8009-206-82","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18-20\"","offer_id":43171391471729,"sku":"50-807-1505-206-81","price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/moon-stars-square-on-black.jpg?v=1777668125"},{"product_id":"beatles-brick-fragment-the-cavern-club","title":"Beatles Brick Fragment - The Cavern Club","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an authentic brick fragment salvaged from the original Cavern Club in Liverpool, England. From 1961 to 1963, the Fab Four played 292 shows in the Cavern Club. This is a great collectible piece for any Beatles fan!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\"The Cavern... Do I have memories of the Cavern?  Do I? Oh yeah.\" ~ Paul McCartney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBefore The Beatles played for millions of viewers on The Ed Sullivan Show, the Lads from Liverpool put in thousands of hours in clubs and lounges across the UK, Germany, Sweden, and France, yet few venues can be so closely associated with the earliest days of the Beatles as the original Cavern Club in Liverpool, England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beatles first played the Cavern Club in 1961, where they were soon noticed by talent spotter and future manager Brian Epstein. The venue was inspired by Parisian jazz clubs and boasted an iconic brick-laden cellar that served as the stage. As noted above, this specimen is a fragment of one of those bricks that first experienced the sound of the Beatles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the original club was demolished in 1973, a selection of bricks was taken and placed at auction. Mini Museum's material comes from one of these 1973 bricks, meaning the sound of the first 1961 Beatles performance passed through these specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach specimen is hand-cut by our technicians and is displayed in a cushioned acrylic jar. The jar is enclosed inside a classic, glass-topped riker display case that measures 4\"x3\"x1\". A small information card is also enclosed, which also serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: Color will vary widely on this specimen between red, gray, and swirls of both colors\u003c\/strong\u003e. The unique texture and coloring are the result of uneven firing and rough materials used at the time. This makes each specimen completely unique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171391537265,"sku":"80-112-0009-201-36","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/FHLrwu8UcAINNpR.jpg?v=1777668168"},{"product_id":"petrified-lightning-saharan-fulgurite-riker-box-specimen","title":"Petrified Lightning - Saharan Fulgurite Riker Box Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/petrified-lightning-front_75f40f1c-9f19-4c11-a394-b5060ac49426_1024x1024.png?v=1638478350\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Front of the Specimen Card.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen lightning strikes dry sand, the intense heat melts and fuses the silica creating tubes of rough glass called fulgurites. The process happens quickly, often trapping molecules from the surrounding atmosphere inside the walls of the impact tube. These natural time capsules allow scientists to study the composition of ancient climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a fulgurite collected in the Sahara Desert. Originally featured in the Second Edition of the Mini Museum, we're happy to offer it as a stand-alone specimen for your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Small Riker Box Specimen","offer_id":43171391733873,"sku":"80-112-0001-201-36","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/petrified-lightning-MAIN-004.jpg?v=1777668273"},{"product_id":"tyrannosaurus-rex-bone","title":"Tyrannosaurus Rex Bone - Authentic Hell Creek Fossil Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeasuring 40 feet in length and weighing upwards of 14 tons, \u003cstrong\u003eTyrannosaurus rex\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the largest and most powerful terrestrial predators in history. The most advanced in an 80-million-year chain of tyrannosaurid evolution, T. rex had heavy, deep skulls reinforced with sutures, lightened by hollow chambers - and some of the largest teeth of any carnivorous dinosaur ever known. This \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Tyrannosaurus Rex bone fossil\u003c\/strong\u003e is recovered from private land in the Hell Creek Formation of South Dakota.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Fragment of the King - Real, Not Reproduced\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a cast. This is a genuine fossil bone fragment from one of the most studied dinosaurs in the paleontological record. Specimens measure approximately 0.50 in to 0.75 in (1.25 cm to 2 cm) in length and vary in size and shape. Each fragment is absolutely unique. The specimen is housed in a glass-topped riker display case measuring 4 in x 3 in x 1 in with an informational card also serving as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Authentic Tyrannosaurus Rex Bone Fossil for Serious Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT. rex had binocular vision as acute as a hawk, a sense of smell comparable to a modern vulture, and bite forces mechanical studies place at the top of any carnivore ever known. Owning a piece of that animal is to hold a fragment of one of the most dominant predators Earth has ever produced. Each specimen includes a Mini Museum certificate of authenticity and informational display card. Explore more in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/era-prehistoric-art-collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePrehistoric Collection\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/natural-history-collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNatural History Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80-112-0015-201-36\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 0.50 in to 0.75 in (1.25 cm to 2 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hell Creek Formation, South Dakota (private land)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glass-topped riker case, 4 in x 3 in x 1 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certificate of authenticity and informational card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171392192625,"sku":"80-112-0015-201-36","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/t-rex-bone-in-hand-MAIN-004.jpg?v=1777668421"},{"product_id":"chelyabinsk-meteorite-classic-riker-box-specimens","title":"Chelyabinsk Meteorite - Classic Riker Box Specimens","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Chelyabinsk meteorite is part of the First Edition collection. We are happy to offer it once again as a stand-alone specimen!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNormally, the Sun is the brightest object you see in the sky, but on the morning of February 15th, 2013, this wasn’t the case. Just minutes after sunrise, over 18 miles up, an object entering the Earth’s atmosphere exploded over the town of Chelyabinsk in Russia. This object, known as the Chelyabinsk meteor, has since become one of the most witnessed entries of an extraterrestrial object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a Chelyabinsk meteorite fragment. The specimen is housed in an acrylic jar that is encased within a glass-topped riker display box. The box measures 4 1\/2\" x 3 1\/2\". A small information card is also included, which serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth small and medium sized fragments are available. 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Since then, through renovations, destructions, expansions, and more, the building has served as the legislative heart of the country. It is where the law of the land is drafted, critiqued, and created, and for many, where democracy prevails over chaos and tyranny.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEven after the Statue of Freedom was mounted at the apex of the dome in 1863, the Capitol still underwent changes that continue to this day. Like the democratic government the building represents, it is never truly finished, ever-changing with new improvements, new faces, and new ideas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a fragment of the first marble steps of the U.S. Capitol, originally installed in 1870 and replaced 1995 with granite.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/us-capitol-1200-04_1024x1024.jpg?v=1614893131\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarble was an extremely important material in the eyes of the designers. They wished to invoke the image of ancient Greek and Roman architecture in their new country, something that was reflected not only in the structure but the very stones that built it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/us-capitol-1200-02_1024x1024.jpg?v=1614893157\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, when the Capitol was first planned, there were no known marble deposits near Washington D.C. Aquia Creek sandstone was used as a replacement at first, but as the country grew and the Capitol began to require renovation, marble was brought in from across the nation. Deposits from Massachusetts, Georgia, and even new quarries near the Potomac supplied new interiors, columns, facades, and stairways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with the Aquia Creek sandstone, this material has been made available at times for collectible in various forms. This particular piece of marble was part of a limited edition book-end set created in the late 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/us-capitol-1200-03_022d332b-5af0-4c4c-b6ce-a6d1ebd3df7b_1024x1024.jpg?v=1614893094\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach hand-cut fragment is encased inside an acrylic specimen jar and presented in one of our classic, glass-topped riker display boxes. The size of each specimen varies, but on average they measure 6 to 10 millimeters along each edge\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. The riker display box measures 4 1\/2\" x 3 1\/2\". 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A full-grown Woolly Mammoth stood 10 to 12 feet at the shoulder with shaggy hair that provided a substantial advantage in the struggle to stay warm on the Pleistocene steppe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHair From a Mammoth - Preserved for 19,551 Years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a cast. This is actual organic hair from an actual Woolly Mammoth - preserved by the deep freeze of Siberian permafrost for nearly 20,000 years before being recovered and documented. The specimen has not been treated in any way and is intended for display and study only. Each tuft is completely unique - coloring and texture vary widely. Presented in an acrylic jar inside a glass-topped riker display case measuring 4 in x 3 in x 1 in with an informational card also serving as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Authentic Woolly Mammoth Hair for Ice Age Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach specimen includes a Mini Museum certificate of authenticity and informational display card. Explore more in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/era-prehistoric-art-collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePrehistoric Collection\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/natural-history-collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNatural History Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80-112-0131-201-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radiocarbon-dated to 19,551 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indigirka River region, Siberia, Russia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic jar in glass-topped riker case, 4 in x 3 in x 1 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certificate of authenticity and informational card\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not treated in any way. 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This specimen preserves a tangible memory of that historic moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Charles and Diana's 1981 wedding cake was a traditional fruit cake with cream cheese frosting, baked for the royal reception. This \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric royal wedding\u003c\/strong\u003e artifact remains remarkably preserved after four decades. Each \u003cstrong\u003eCharles \u0026amp; Diana wedding cake\u003c\/strong\u003e fragment represents a genuine connection to one of the twentieth century's most watched and celebrated events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Wedding That Captivated the World\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1981 marriage of Charles and Diana captured global imagination like few events before or since. Millions watched the ceremony unfold, hoping for the fairy tale ending Diana deserved. The wedding reception featured an elaborate multi-tier cake, an integral part of royal tradition. Fragments from this cake have become among the most sought-after royal wedding memorabilia pieces available to collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding This Historic Royal Wedding Cake Fragment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Charles and Diana's wedding cake specimen is a genuine artifact from the actual reception cake. The fruitcake base has naturally candied over forty years, creating a dense, preserved texture. The cream cheese frosting has crystallized, adding to the specimen's authenticity and age. What you're holding is history—edible history that survived decades of careful preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrincess Diana Artifact Authentication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Princess Diana artifact comes with official documentation and a certificate of authenticity. The provenance is impeccable, sourced from documented collections of royal memorabilia. Serious collectors value pieces with this level of historical significance and verified authenticity. Owning a piece of the actual Charles and Diana 1981 wedding cake elevates any royal wedding memorabilia collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisplay and Presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour specimen arrives hand-sealed inside an acrylic specimen jar, mounted in a classic glass-topped Riker display box measuring 4.5 in L x 3.5 in W. The presentation is museum-quality, suitable for shelf or tabletop display. An information card serves as your certificate of authenticity, documenting the piece's historical significance and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Important Notes of Charles Diana wedding cake fragment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is for display only and should NOT be consumed. The cake fragments have not been stabilized and remain in their original preserved state. 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Store away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more royal wedding memorabilia and British history pieces in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/culture-english-british-history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEnglish and British History Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor More Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBritannica - Royal Weddings and British Monarchy History\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.loc.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLibrary of Congress - Royal Events and Cultural History\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smithsonianmag.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSmithsonian Magazine - Royal Artifacts and Royal Weddings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171392356465,"sku":"80-112-0164-201-40","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/add-on-royal-wedding-cake-01.jpg?v=1777668460"},{"product_id":"dire-wolf-jaw-classic-riker-box","title":"Dire Wolf Jaw Fragment - Authentic Pleistocene Fossil Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDire Wolf\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCanis dirus\u003c\/em\u003e) was one of the most successful predators of the late Pleistocene epoch - a muscular carnivore that dominated the North American food chain 100,000 years ago from Alaska to Bolivia, rivaling Smilodon in its ecological impact. 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He also has a club made of the same wood which is too light to cause any harm. The Jaguar tears at his body, pieces of which fall on the earth. These are the meteors, which three times have caused a world fire.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e~ Oral myth of Toba cosmology as recorded by Alfred Métraux, 1946.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Campo del Cielo meteorite is an IAB meteorite that is thought to have formed 4.5 billion years ago during the creation of our solar system. 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The resulting darkness would suppress photosynthesis, and the expected biological consequences match quite closely the extinctions observed in the paleontological record.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cem\u003e~ Dr. Luis Alvarez and Dr. Walter Alvarez, \"Extraterrestrial cause for the Cretaceous-Tertiary extinction.\" Science 208.4448 (1980)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe large-scale geological event known as the End-Cretaceous Mass Extinction had a profound influence on life on our planet. Three-quarters of all life on Earth perished during this time, from marine invertebrates like the ammonites to the large avian and marine reptiles which had held their dominant place for so long, and of course the dinosaurs. In a geological instant, hundreds of non-avian dinosaur species, the product of more than 175,000,000 years of evolution, completely disappeared from the Earth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/gg_60212W_Crater_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605198841\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Artist's reconstruction of Chicxulub crater soon after impact, 66 million years ago. (Source: Detlev Van Ravenswaay, Science Magazine \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencemag.org\/news\/2016\/11\/updated-drilling-dinosaur-killing-impact-crater-explains-buried-circular-hills\"\u003e\"Drilling of dinosaur-killing impact crater explains buried circular hills.\"\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOf the leading causes, \u003cspan\u003ethe Chicxulub Asteroid Impact (c. 66 million years ago) provides a dramatic exclamation point to the end of the Mesozoic. At a minimum, the Chicxulub impactor was 6 miles (9.6km) in diameter, and the energy released likely exceeded more than 100 million megatons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/PIA03381_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605199033\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Top: Shaded relief image of the northwest corner of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula generated from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) data, and shows a subtle, but unmistakable, indication of the Chicxulub impact crater. Bottom: Same area viewed by the Landsat satellite, and was made by displaying the Thematic Mapper's Band 7 (mid-infrared), Band 4 (near-infrared) and Band 2 (green) as red, green and blue. (Source: NASA 2003)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvidence of massive fires and mega-tsunamis traced to this event have been found in many areas of the world, as well as a fine layer of the element Iridium which is known today as the K-Pg Boundary Layer. The discovery of this global layer and the eventual hypothesis is credited to Nobel Laureate Dr. Luis Alvarez and his son Dr. Walter Alvarez.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/LWA_with_Walt_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605198467\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Luis (left) and Walter Alvarez at the K-Pg Boundary in Gubbio, Italy 1981. Source: Lawrence Berkeley Lab Archives\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCreated here at Mini Museum, this bracelet includes a custom sterling silver bead resembling a small asteroid. We've carefully \u003cstrong\u003eembedded K-Pg Boundary Layer samples\u003c\/strong\u003e from North American deposits into the largest recess with high-grade, clear epoxy. Additional dark crevasses provide contrast for the asteroid surface design and reflect the hand-polishing each bead undergoes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/31-KPG-85_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605549152\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: K-Pg Boundary Material from North American deposits. This material also featured in the Age of Dinosaurs collection.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/extinction-process_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605199705\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Extinction Bracelet Sterling Silver K-Pg Boundary beads in process.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe remainder of the bracelet is comprised of polished, \u003cstrong\u003eblack obsidian\u003c\/strong\u003e beads for a refined look that is beautiful solo but pairs well with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.minimuseum.com\/collections\/jewelry\/products\/asteroid-belt-bracelet\"\u003eAsteroid Belt Bracelet\u003c\/a\u003e or other treasures you may already own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/extinction-on-bone-env-02_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605200012\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Just hanging out on a Triceratops horn, as you do.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe full bracelet measures 7\" in length (~17.5cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e though it will stretch a bit further. As pictured below, the bracelet works well for men and women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/extinction-stacked-men-01_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605200561\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: The 7\" size stacked with lava rocks. Note: Neanderthal man (aka Jamie) not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/extinction-bracelet-model-f-02_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605548713\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Stephanie models the 7\" size.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs pictured below, the bracelet comes in a gray gift box with a small information card that provides background on the material and serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/extinction-bracelet-box_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605200104\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/epic-extinction-bracelet-01_1024x1024.jpg?v=1605548988\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: When you have a 3D printer and you really love dinosaurs.🦖❤️\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/extinction-bracelet-back_1024x1024.png?v=1605197501\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Back of the specimen card.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as: K-Pg,K\/Pg,K\/T,KT, KPG Boundary Layer Material\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43171392782449,"sku":"50-807-1519-206-81","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/extinction-main-black-01-2.jpg?v=1777668550"},{"product_id":"ammonite","title":"Ammonite Split Fossil - Authentic Ancient Cephalopod Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmmonites are an extinct group of cephalopods that entered the fossil record 400 million years ago and survived every mass extinction event until the very end - when the same asteroid impact that killed the non-avian dinosaurs finally brought their 400-million-year run to a close. This \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic ammonite split fossil\u003c\/strong\u003e is a real ammonite specimen that has been split to reveal the breathtaking internal chamber structure hidden beneath the shell. The small size presents that interior architecture in a compact, displayable format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e400 Million Years of Spiral Perfection, Revealed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSplitting an ammonite exposes the septal walls between its internal chambers - the intricate, fractal-like suture lines that made these creatures the index fossils of choice for stratigraphers mapping the geological column for over a century. The small split ammonite shows those chambers with the immediacy of a cross-section: the Fibonacci spiral of the coiling, the sequence of air chambers that controlled buoyancy, and the siphuncle channel that ran through the entire shell. This real ancient cephalopod specimen display is presented in a glass-topped riker display case measuring 4 in x 3 in x 1 in with an informational card also serving as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Authentic Ammonite Split Fossil for Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a cast. This is a genuine fossil ammonite, split to reveal its internal structure. Each specimen includes a Mini Museum certificate of authenticity and informational display card. Explore more in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/natural-history-collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNatural History Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80-112-0079-201-36\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Split - internal chambers revealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glass-topped riker case, 4 in x 3 in x 1 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certificate of authenticity and informational card\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic fossil - not a cast. Each specimen varies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mini Museum","offers":[{"title":"Split (Small)","offer_id":43171392815217,"sku":"80-112-0079-201-36","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Split (Large)","offer_id":43171392847985,"sku":"80-112-0080-201-36","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole","offer_id":43171392880753,"sku":"80-112-0081-201-36","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/add-on-ammonite-small-01-1000.jpg?v=1777668574"},{"product_id":"bismuth-crystal-with-iridescent-oxide","title":"Bismuth Crystal with Iridescent Oxide","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/bismuth-front_1024x1024.png?v=1602509491\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Front of specimen card.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"The Philosopher takes pleasure in the contemplation of the nature of these compounds while the miner takes pleasure in the profit and use he obtains from the metals he extracts from them.\" ~ Georgius Agricola, 1546\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a complete bismuth crystal. They are hand cast in Colorado by a family that specializes in creating bismuth crystals for the jewelry industry. We loved them so much that we had to share them with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/bismuth-crystals-in-hand_1024x1024.jpg?v=1602707235\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: A pair of Bismuth crystals in hand.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA classic piece for every natural history collection, Bismuth, element 83, is known best for its multicolor formations of a deep, staircase-like structure. These fractal patterns are known as hopper crystals, identifiable by their hollow step lattices. When bismuth cools it forms in a rhombohedral structure with the edges of the formation crystallizing at a much faster rate than the center of the faces. This pulls material away from the interior and leaves gaps in the structure, causing the final product to appear hollow. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/bismuth-crystal-pinch_1024x1024.jpg?v=1602707663\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: Close-up of a specimen displaying the intricate lattice pattern.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crystal’s uniquely iridescent shine also occurs during its formation process. While the metal’s true color is a white silver, it can oxidize during the cooling process to form a thin layer of film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/bismuth-ingot-detail_1024x1024.jpg?v=1602707304\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: A pure Bismuth ingot. We've used this material to make some of our bismuth crystals and it is a fun challenge!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis film interferes with light waves, giving bismuth its colorful appearance, similar in process to the rainbow glimmer of a soap bubble. While these formations do not appear often in nature, bismuth’s relatively low melting point of 520 °F means it is possible to create synthetic bismuth crystals at home with the right materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/bismuth-wide_1024x1024.jpg?v=1602707388\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: A selection of Bismuth crystals\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs you can see, each crystal is a unique and beautiful natural art object. No two will be alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/bismuth-closeup_1024x1024.jpg?v=1602511664\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe specimen is contained inside an acrylic specimen jar. The jar is enclosed inside a classic, glass-topped riker display case measuring 4 1\/2\" x 3 1\/2\". A small information card is also included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This specimen is 100% safe to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhile it can be used as a replacement for lead or as a pigment in cosmetics, Bismuth is most commonly used for medicinal purposes in the compound bismuth subsalicylate, known under the brand name Pepto-Bismol. It is not well understood how bismuth subsalicylate operates when ingested, but it is thought that it stimulates the absorption of fluid and electrolytes within the intestine while inhibiting inflammations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLong thought to have been the heaviest nonradioactive element, researchers in 2003 discovered that the naturally occurring isotope of the bismuth did in fact undergo alpha decay and calculated a half-life of 1.9×10^19 years. Luckily, this half-life is about a billion times longer than the current age of the universe, meaning that you won’t have to worry about any radioactivity from Pepto-Bismol or this specimen. 😎\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgricola, Georgius. De Natura Fossilium (Textbook of Mineralogy). Geological Society of America, 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ede Marcillac, P., Coron, N., Dambier, G. et al. Experimental detection of α-particles from the radioactive decay of natural bismuth. 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Sorby, English Geologist\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the Sun, the solar system was a chaotic swirl of dust and ice. 4.5 billion years later, there are planets, moons, and even life. The journey is a long one that has been difficult to understand. The most important clues we have come from stones nearly as old as the solar system itself: \u003cem\u003echondritic meteorites\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStony meteorites are classified into two categories, chondrites and achondrites. Chondrites, known for their inclusion of small grains called chondrules, are meteorites that have not undergone internal melting or differentiation since their formation. This means that the material within the meteorites dates back 4.5 billion years, to the birth of the solar system as we know it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/nwa-869-tabletop_1024x1024.jpg?v=1618247269\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/1715\/files\/nwa-869-tabletop_1024x1024.jpg?v=1618247269\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbove: A selection of NWA 869 specimens, each like a drop of firey rain.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is a \u003cem\u003ecomplete\u003c\/em\u003e chondritic meteorite, specifically meteorite NWA 869. NWA 869 was discovered in Northwest Africa in 2000. Over two metric tons of material from this meteorite have been found so far, with sizes ranging from pebble-sized to enormous chunks weighing more than 40 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specimen is housed in an acrylic jar that is encased within a glass-topped riker display box. The box measures 4 1\/2\" x 3 1\/2\". A small information card is also included, which serves as the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The specimens vary in size and shape. Product images are representative samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Chondritic Meteorites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanets have enough mass to cause significant melting and separation of geologic material. This makes it difficult to learn how they were formed, as their initial state is lost to time. Chondrites, however, have remained relatively untouched. Their geologic structure is a relic from the early solar system and clarifies the past of larger, more complex bodies as well.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBefore the planets formed, the solar system was a mix of dust, grains, and ice that orbited the protosun in a disk shape. Over time, this material smashed together, slowly forming planets and asteroids. While the planets grew and changed, asteroids floated around the solar system for billions of years, only occasionally colliding with other objects. Eventually, some asteroids approached Earth, impacting and becoming meteorites.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChondrites can be identified by the presence of small round grains called chondrules. These beads vary in size but tend to be around a millimeter in diameter. Chondrules are made of silicate minerals and can be glassy or crystalline. It is suggested that they were created by the flash heating and rapid cooling of dust in the early solar system and that the chondrules then gradually accreted together. 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This \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Apatosaurus bone fossil\u003c\/strong\u003e is a real fossil bone fragment recovered from private land in the Morrison Formation - the same geological layer that has yielded some of the most important Jurassic dinosaur discoveries ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e150 Million Years in One Fragment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a cast or reproduction. This is a genuine Apatosaurus fossil recovered from the Morrison Formation. The specimen is presented in a glass-topped riker display case and includes an informational card that also serves as the certificate of authenticity. 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Explore more in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/era-prehistoric-art-collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePrehistoric Collection\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/natural-history-collection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNatural History Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80-112-0258-201-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morrison Formation (private land)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glass-topped riker display case\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certificate of authenticity and informational card\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic fossil - not a cast or reproduction. 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