This is an archive of CompuServe forum messages from 1985 to 1995, as saved in transcripts by John Foust.
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Hi Mark, We are currently starting a meteorite group in the Astroforum. It will contain the following. An area to leave messages on that subject. A newsletter I will generate by E-mail for the group. We have twelve members but I think there may be more. I am hoping you…
#Meteorite Group
Message #175123
To anyone that is interested, there is a group of us that are forming a meteorite group or sort of an cyberspace club and we encourage anyone else that is interested in this area to join us. I am now sending out question aires for the group and will send…
Hi Paul, Believe it or not (I sound like a TV program) I took the liberty of putting down your name even before you responded . I knew it wouldn't be the same with out you! I will get in contact with everyone once I think I know what I…
Hi Doug, There has been some controversy as to whether it was a man made crater or a meteorite hit the area. It made the news reports as a meterorite crashing down but will have to see what the real scoop is when some of the experts tell of the…
Hello Doug, Joseph and I haven't really defined what we would want to accomplish by having this group other than sharing some ideas, discussion on topics of interest and perhaps trading some specimens. I would like to get more input from others that would join so we could try to…
#Meteorites
Message #172133
I have my March meteorite list typed out and can send by E-Mail to anyone interested in it. I can also send by mail. It contains specimens that are for sale. Also anyone interested in starting a small club on Compuserve to share information in regards to these priceless relics…
#Meteorites
Message #164083
Hello Doug, Sorry for the long delay in answering your message to me. Regarding the ureilites there is a strong relation to the carbonaceous type astroids out between Mars and Jupitor. Such astroids are very plentiful out there. > Those high pressures are impressive, but how easy is it to…
Hi Joseph, Do I know of any illegal lunar material??? No!!!! But I do have all of the pseudo lunar material you can buy!! . Have talked to a couple of my experts on this subject and they say the ureilite/Venus connection is not based on very good grounds and…
Hi Doug, Here is yet some more information on ureilites. Ureilites are classified in two groups due to shock. They are low-moderate and very high degree of shock. Diamond and lonsdaleite found in the ureilites are obviously due to shock transformation of graphite requiring a minimum peak pressure of 13…
Hi Doug & Joesph, I have a meteorite book that offers more on the Ureilites origin and may complicate our theories even greater . From the Meteorites and the Early Solar System : Ureilites. They are carbonaceous olivine- pyroxene achondrites whose igneous history is complex (Berkley and Jones 1982; Goodrich…
Hi Doug, The only thing I can say for sure is that it was mentioned in one of the brochures that is put out by one of the big dealers. So it is more hear say than fact from my point of view now. They must know or have information…
#Meteorites
Message #161184
To anyone interested, From time to time there is a couple of us who post messages here concerning meteorites. Haven't seen any messages here as late so thought I would post one. Doug, you have made mention of some meteorites being from Venus. Due to the thick atmosphere, simular gravity…
Meteorite List
Message #154941
To anyone interested, I still have some meteorites left yet from my list. If anyone is interested in recieveing this list just contact me here or by E-mail to let me know you would like to see what I have to offer. I can send by E-mail or by regular…
Hi Guy, I would guess the piece you were looking at was more than likely a piece of Esquel from Argentina or Imilac from Chile as those are a very plenty source (but still very rare) on the market. They are called stony-irons because of the mix of stony material…
Hi Guy, Will be ready to send out a list on E-mail in the next sevearl days (time is the main difficulty ) Will send you a list and thanks for your interest. I have some small Esquel pieces that contain olivine in the 3 to 8 gram range. Maybe…
#Meteorite List
Message #149215
To anyone interested, I am compiling a new meteorite list that contains specimens I wish to sell. If anyone is interested in recieveing this list just contact me here or by E-mail to let me know you would like to see what I have to offer. I can send by…
Hi Doug, No haven't seen that issue of Scientific America but will keep an eye out at the library or my friends house who will have that issue. Thanks on the information. Sounds like it might be worth reading and down my alley as it is related to meteorites. I…
Meteorite List
Message #148895
Hi Doug, I thought it was possible for a member to delete things they contributed to in the libraries but could not figure out how to do, so I am sending off a note to you. I need to delete my meteorite list because it is way outdated and I…
Denver
Message #145202
Hi Doug, Are you going to make a trip to Denver this year? If so hope to see you there. –AL
Hello Doug, I'll make a comment here but Joseph may have already replied by the time I post. I remember reading or talking with someone who knew a great deal about the fall. I have also seen a full cast made of the meteorite and the way it looked after…
Meteorite etching
Message #140247
Hi Doug, Its been a while since I dropped you a note but always appreciate you being around the forum to make things go so smooth and adding to the discussion. Thanks for the excellant ideas on spreading the word and getting people off their fence posts . Will try…
#Meteorite etching
Message #140246
Hi Jim, When I first started my interest in this hobby I was quite frustrated at the few books I could lay my hands on to read. You can always gain knowledge alot faster when and old pro is willing to take you by the hand and save you alot…
I wonder if they sold the car and got the insurance money .
#Meteorite etching
Message #139426
Hi Jim, Here is yet another message for you to read . I think Joseph's method sounds like a really good way to go. Joseph has been collecting longer than I and knows the ropes better. However if you don't have all the equipment, the body shop sandpaper on a…
Hi Doug and everyone, Probably the most compelling evidence (and refutable) of an Earth source, is the air bubbles that are found in tektites. These air bubbles are found in all tektites and are sealed by the glassy material they are made of. Scientists sampling these air bubbles find it…
Hi everyone, I started following this thread a little late so I probably should not add my two cents worth but I can't help it . Surely you don't suggest that the moon is the source of tektites? Nearly all of the experts agree that the moon is no longer…
Meteorite Trade list
Message #136084
Doug, I'm putting a meteorite trade list in the forum library under the geology section for anyone that might be interested in buying meteorites. I'm doing this providing it does not violate any rules. If it does then let me know if there is any other way around it. You…
Georgia Tektites
Message #135310
To anyone, Does anyone know of a cheap source of Georgia tektites? I understand they have a hefty price of $30 to $50 dollar range. Also if anyone knows of a source other than one of the meteorite dealers I would appreciate the information. –AL
Hello Joseph, I too am looking forward to information on this new fall. I have heard they found several other pieces near St. Robert which is some 60 kilometers from Montreal. I have not heard as of yet what class this fall is. It was described as stony with iron…
Hello Doug and Joseph, Joseph made mention of his interest in meteorites in the astroforum and I gave him a response. I would be interested in knowing a little about his collection like how big, what types, any unusual kinds, what classes he has or needs etc. I would be…
Meteorite Talk
Message #124280
Hello again Doug, Thanks for the info (re) meteorite articles in Scientific America. I will put it to good use at the library or at a friends house that has a subcription to same. –AL
#Meteorite Talk
Message #123929
Hello Doug, I thought I would respond here rather than mail so others could listen in and benifit if they so desire. The Sky and Telescope Index you asked about is called Sky and Telescope Cumlative Index 1-77 from 11/41 to 6/89. It is broken down into several groups as:…