[meteorite-list] Need Source For Bulk Tektites

From: Ed Deckert <edeckert_at_meteoritecentral.com>
Date: Sat Oct 21 22:38:08 2006
Message-ID: <00d301c6f583$199edb80$6401a8c0_at_EdDeckertMain>

Hi everyone,

I am trying to obtain a source for bulk quantities of Tektites. Not too
small, but not huge either. Perhaps the size of a US 25 cent piece at the
very smallest, and at the most, up to the size of 3 US 25 cent pieces in a
triangular configuration, or 4 of them side by side in a 2 x 2 matrix. I
need them to be in good condition (not all bashed or chipped up from being
tossed about in collecting buckets, or from being shipped all over the
place.) And the price has to be really good (super cheap) too. Yeah - I
know it sounds like I've been smoking funny cigarettes, but let me assure
you, I have not. Well, at least I can't remember doing that... ;-)

Why do I need them? I am coordinating a fund raiser for my local astronomy
club. I already have some nice unclassified NWA Meteorites, plus some nice,
relatively inexpensive NWA 4293 that I am going to donate to the cause. So,
OK - I have the Meteorites covered - but I want to add some Tektites to this
as well. We figure that we can sell these at club events, and they can also
be donated to school teachers without breaking the bank. We want to share
education with respect to astronomy, meteorites, and basically any aspect of
the hobby, and hopefully foster the growth of interest in astronomy in the
community (kids, especially) and recruit some members.

How much am I looking for? I would like to obtain a couple of kilos. I
suppose shipping them can result in a little bit of chipping in transit, so
that may be an unavoidable problem.

If anyone can let me know where I can find a good, and inexpensive Tektite
source, I would really appreciate hearing from you.

Best regards,

Ed Deckert
Received on Sat 21 Oct 2006 10:38:04 PM PDT