Sericho - Pallasite - Complete Skeletal Individual - 2.59g - Kenya

This complete skeletal individual of Sericho weighs 2.59g and comes housed in its own labelled collection box. Its open metal framework shows the skeletal structure that makes these weathered Sericho pieces so distinctive.

Sericho is a well-known Pallasite meteorite from Kenya, first recognised by the meteorite community after large masses were recovered near Habaswein and Sericho in 2016. Classified as a Main Group Pallasite, it is a Stony-Iron meteorite composed of iron-nickel metal and olivine crystals, representing material linked to the boundary between metallic and silicate regions inside an early differentiated asteroid. Its large recovered mass has made Sericho one of the most familiar modern Pallasites available to collectors.

Specimens of Sericho are valued for their attractive mixture of metal and olivine. When cut and polished, the olivine crystals can range from golden yellow to green, often contrasting strongly against the metallic matrix. Some pieces show translucent crystals suitable for backlit display, while others preserve natural exterior texture or weathered surfaces from their time on Earth. As with all Pallasites, each specimen varies in crystal size, distribution, and overall pattern.

For collectors, Sericho offers a visually striking and accessible example of a Pallasite with recognised provenance and strong display appeal. Its combination of olivine, iron-nickel metal, and Main Group classification makes it suitable for both specialist collections and those seeking a representative Stony-Iron meteorite. Each specimen represents ancient asteroid material formed over 4.5 billion years ago, preserved in one of the most distinctive meteorite structures.