{"title":"Atacamaite - Tektoid","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"14\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with a Miocene impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, covering around 650 square kilometers. These small splash-form glasses are thought to have formed during a high-energy impact event involving an iron meteoroid, which melted local rocks and produced glassy ejecta close to the source area. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eAtacamaites are typically small, dark glassy objects, usually black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Their surfaces may show flow textures, twisting, pitting, vesicles, and other features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Research describes the main glass as dacitic in composition, formed by high-temperature melting of local magmatic rocks with variable contamination from an iron meteorite impactor. This sets Atacamaites apart from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eStudying Atacamaites provides valuable insight into proximal impact glass formation, impact melting, and the interaction between metallic impactors and terrestrial surface rocks. Their limited occurrence and distinct composition make them a specialised category within impact-related materials. For collectors, Atacamaites offer an unusual and increasingly recognised addition to Tektite, Impactite, and meteorite-related collections, representing a rare form of natural glass shaped by cosmic impact processes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-1-0-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 1g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56247278272838,"sku":"ATA-01\/19","price":33.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite09-6_7a41a1b2-26a8-4a4e-b0e0-a8395e7b8011.jpg?v=1774617918"},{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-1-22-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 1.22g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56255398019398,"sku":"ATA-01\/40","price":41.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite06-5_3684b2cc-b1ad-4cc4-9a61-c671d4578fb4.jpg?v=1774618109"},{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-1-03-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 1.03g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56255503106374,"sku":"ATA-01\/42","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite07-5_ce5966e4-8210-4e70-b04a-ae7ab906c891.jpg?v=1774618278"},{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-1-18-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 1.18g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56255511593286,"sku":"ATA-01\/27","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite08-6_b4072473-9477-444a-a7b8-c94ab2158b01.jpg?v=1774618544"},{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-1-68-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 1.68g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56255521358150,"sku":"ATA-01\/36","price":56.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite11-6_7f5d6c4f-555a-4410-a478-eb9b50d89aab.jpg?v=1774618740"},{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-1-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 1g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56255525585222,"sku":"ATA-01\/38","price":33.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite12-7_aa7bc943-7b3f-4f81-b1ea-869b3c9c05ce.jpg?v=1774619040"},{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-0-81-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 0.81g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56255570608454,"sku":"ATA-05\/01.001","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite02-5_5f7cfddb-2e06-4d79-9fde-25f9212afb4f.jpg?v=1774620401"},{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-0-94-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 0.94g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56255611535686,"sku":"ATA-05\/01.002","price":32.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite03-5_45faf4e0-549c-4a23-97fb-6668956f4fe8.jpg?v=1774620527"},{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-0-82-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 0.82g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56255614124358,"sku":"ATA-05\/01.003","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite04-5_859679e3-a303-440a-94cd-32d632ce3bd5.jpg?v=1774620756"},{"product_id":"atacamaite-tektoids-complete-specimen-0-79-g","title":"Atacamaite - Impactite\/Tektoid - Complete Individual - 0.79g - Chile (Atacama)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAtacamaites are rare glassy impactites from the Atacama Desert of Chile, often described as tektite-like or ‘tektoid’ materials. They are associated with an impact glass strewn field in the Central Depression of the Atacama Desert, where high-temperature melting of local rocks produced small splash-form natural glasses. Unlike true Tektites, Atacamaites are thought to have formed closer to the impact site, giving them a more proximal and localised formation context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimens of Atacamaite glass are typically dark, often black to very dark brown, with irregular splash-form shapes. Many pieces show flow textures, pitting, twisting, or vesicular features created as molten material cooled rapidly. Published research describes them as dacitic glass, formed from local magmatic rocks with evidence for meteoritic contribution, making them distinct from both volcanic glass and classic distal Tektites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eFor collectors, Atacamaites offer a specialised category within impact-related materials, sitting between traditional Tektites and other natural impact glasses. Their limited occurrence, unusual formation context, and distinctive texture make them especially appealing for focused Tektite, impactite, and meteorite-related collections. Each specimen represents a rare piece of Atacama impact glass, preserving evidence of high-energy melting and rapid cooling on Earth’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56255615992134,"sku":"ATA-05\/01.004","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/files\/Atacamaite05-5_318974ec-2bd3-4fd7-94d4-f5532c321743.jpg?v=1774620728"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/0518\/8678\/collections\/WhatsApp_Image_2024-03-04_at_20.22.55_a4226202.jpg?v=1778089652","url":"https:\/\/outerspacer.com\/collections\/atacamaites.oembed","provider":"OuterSpacer Meteorites","version":"1.0","type":"link"}