Green Trinitite Atomic Bomb Blast Glass - 2 Grams

Description: Discover a remarkable piece of history with this green trinitite specimen. Also known as Trinity or Alamogordo Glass, trinitite is the glassy residue formed on the desert floor following the plutonium-based Trinity atomic bomb test on July 16, 1945, near Alamogordo, New Mexico. This particular trinitite was legally collected in 1948.

Specifications:

Size: 26mm H x 18mm W x 7mm D
Weight: 2.2 grams
XRF Analysis Included

Types of Trinitite:

Green Trinitite: The most common form.
Black and Red Trinitite: Contains iron from the tower structure.
Red Trinitite: Contains copper from the ‘gadget’ or communication cables.

Trinitite often contains iron due to the steel tower that held the bomb, as well as other indigenous minerals present at the test site.

Authenticity and Compliance: All our trinitite specimens are verified authentic. Orders comply with Section 13 of part 40 of the NRC Nuclear Regulatory Commission rules and regulations, as well as Postal Service regulations specified in 49 CFR 173.421 for low-level radioactive materials. We ensure all items are shipped in accordance with Postal Service activity limits specified in Publication 52. The sale of trinitite complies with all U.S. Federal regulations.

Safety Notice: This material is strictly for educational and scientific purposes. Do NOT inhale, ingest, or wear as jewelry.

Packaging: Ships in a display disc with information, tag, tag stand, and Certificate of Authenticity. Acrylic base not included but available on Amazon.

Add this significant specimen from one of the most pivotal events in human history to your geology collection today!

This scientific material is Guaranteed Authentic. It was professionally and legally collected and arrives with a Certificate of Authenticity, tag, tag stand, information about Trinitite and XRF.