Saratov, from main mass. 2550g

On September 6, 1918, at 15:00 hours UT, a brilliant fireball appeared over Ryazan, Russia. Seconds later many atmospheric detonations were heard throughout the surrounding countryside. Several stones totaling 328 kg were recovered in the Saratov Oblast. This is one of the very few pieces of Saratov (all dug up from one impact hole) that not only retains some fusion crust but also, clearly has soil stains from the impact. This is one of the largest fragments in private hands in the world.

Saratov, from main mass. 2550g. Collection
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