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Fragment of First Atomic Bomb in Collector’s Box

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Product Description

When the 1st A-Bomb was detonated at the Trinity Test Site, the explosion sucked in sand, rock, and earth where is was liquified in the bombs core at temperatures never before experienced on this planet. It rained down that molten earth as a green radioactive glass now called Trinitite. This fragment is a piece of that first nuclear explosion displayed in a beautiful collector's box

Product Details
  • ColorsBrown
  • Materials
    Trinitite
  • Measurements
    8.5"H x 6.25"W x 0.75"D
  • OriginUnited States

— Approximate Specimen Weight: 0.9 g
— Origin: New Mexico
— Presented In A Collector's Box
— Includes Certificate Of Authenticity
— Total Weight: Approx. 0.6 lb

Please Note: Stock photo shown. Appearance of actual product may differ slightly from the item pictured due to naturally occurring variations.

FAQ
Is it radioactive still?

Yes, it is very slightly but very safe to handle.

What are the general dimensions of the trinitite?

The average dimensions of the trinitite are about 0.5" x 0.25" x 0.25".

Why isn't the trinitite green?

Some of the trinitite is green, some of it is not - the pieces vary in composition.

Is it framed like this to hang?

No, the fragment is presented in a collector's box.

What does the box look like?

The photo shows a great representation of the box.

Shipping Information
  • Shipping Availability
    Canada, United States
  • Shipping Policy
    Standard Ground Shipping
  • Ship In
    2-3 weeks
  • Return Policy
    Final sale, not eligible for return or cancellation

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