[meteorite-list] Possible Ancient Meteorite

From: Michael Farmer <mike_at_meteoritecentral.com>
Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2013 08:02:36 -0600
Message-ID: <F86C2BF4-C10C-41D1-AF67-04E34F578E53_at_meteoriteguy.com>

It seems like a load of crap to me, just fodder for next "diggers" episode. It would make some nice "nectar".
Good luck with that scam.
Michael Farmer

Sent from my iPhone

On Sep 13, 2013, at 1:24 AM, Jason Utas <meteoritekid at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hello Roman, All,
> I'm no expert, but...
>
> The vertical view of the vessel is triangular because the pottery
> fragments of the lower portion came from a much larger vessel --
> probably a bowl or two-handled vessel of some sort, given its apparent
> diameter and the thickness of some of the fragments. The glazed and
> delicately-formed lip and neck appear to be from a completely
> different vase -- a nice one, at that. The handle is a bit odd, not
> sure about it.
>
> The first question that came to mind after seeing the images is "Why
> would anyone glue pieces of a large pot together in the form of a much
> smaller one?"
>
> Upon closer inspection, I began to wonder why an archaeologist would
> glue mismatched pieces of glass or glazed pottery, painted and scored
> terracotta, and other ceramics of greatly differing thicknesses
> together into a triangular shape that (crudely) mimics an amphora's
> shape...albeit with one handle.
>
> I'm surprised that anyone carbon-dated the site, given that the
> pottery and details of other artifacts are often deemed suitable for
> dating purposes.
>
> I had too many questions after reading the provided description.
> Sure, pass the fellow along to an expert...
>
> Jason
>
> On Thu, Sep 12, 2013 at 8:15 PM, Anne Black <impactika at aol.com> wrote:
>> Hello Roman,
>>
>> It is really quite simple.
>> Since he is in Phoenix AZ, he should go straight to Arizona State University
>> (ASU) they have an archaeology department and some of the top meteorite
>> experts.
>> Perfect place to get answers to all his questions.
>>
>>
>> Anne M. Black
>> www.IMPACTIKA.com
>> IMPACTIKA at aol.com
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Roman Jirasek <rj at meteoritelabels.com>
>> To: meteorite-list <meteorite-list at meteoritecentral.com>
>> Sent: Thu, Sep 12, 2013 8:00 pm
>> Subject: [meteorite-list] Possible Ancient Meteorite
>>
>>
>> I had an archaeologist email me today asking about custom labels, and also
>> if I could help with identifying a possible ancient meteorite he found this
>> year.
>>
>> I received permission to send this question to my fellow colleagues which
>> may
>> have more insight into this topic. Read below, or click on link to see his
>> photos...
>> http://www.meteoritelabels.com/Ancient.htm
>>
>> Cheers,
>> Roman Jirasek
>> www.meteoritelabels.com
>>
>> Copied email follows....
>>
>> I am an Archaeologist and recovered a meteorite in 2013, on private
>> property in Sparta Greece. This meteorite was found inside an ancient vase,
>> and was buried with human remains. We dated this site to approximately, 220
>> BCE to 130 BCE, but have not yet carbon dated the item.
>>
>> I do not know of any meteorite falling on or near Sparta Greece. Since the
>> meteorite was found inside an honorary vase, we suspect it was held in high
>> regards, and more than likely to remember a battle.
>>
>> The only battle recorded that had a meteorite that fell during the battle;
>> was with ancient Turkey and the Spartans.
>>
>> It actually stopped the battle for two days, thinking it was a sign from the
>> gods. Many of the Spartans recovered portions of the meteorite is a sign of
>> victory from the God of Mars.
>>
>> I have enclosed a picture of the meteorite. Can you tell me? Of any
>> meteorites that fell prior to 220 BCE, since we know that was the earliest
>> date, since the meteorites was buried with the hoplite soldier. We assume
>> the meteorite obviously fell before that date.
>>
>> This would help us, with dating the find.
>>
>> Additionally what would the selling price be if it were to be sold. The
>> meteorite?
>>
>> Thank you
>>
>> Douglas Roth.
>> Phoenix, Arizona.
>> Sparta archaeology.
>>
>> Yes, it is fine to forward the info and pics.
>>
>> I don't have any dir links, but can be found, on face book for Douglas
>> Rothman Scottsdale, or ancient history on face book for archeology travel
>> and tours.
>>
>> Douglas Rothman.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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