🔎 UNIDENTIFIED Trying to identify any advice is appreciated mahalos hoping it's platinum

[Hawaii]

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[AKSasquatch]

To me it looks like melted lead, what you describe as a break may just be a flat or broken surface it solidified against. Melted metal tends to form into that kind of shape. I find lots of melted aluminum metal detecting beaches. Perhaps a chunk of melted keel from a boat that ran aground and caught on fire who knows how long ago?

The lights are an interesting part of the story. I've done a lot of freediving/spearfishing/lobster diving so know the look of dive lights underwater, they are fairly recognizable. I doubt it is related to this object but would be interested in how the light looked: color, how long it lasted, brightness, steadiness, etc.

 

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[Hawaii]

To me it looks like melted lead, what you describe as a break may just be a flat or broken surface it solidified against. Melted metal tends to form into that kind of shape. I find lots of melted aluminum metal detecting beaches. Perhaps a chunk of melted keel from a boat that ran aground and caught on fire who knows how long ago?

The lights are an interesting part of the story. I've done a lot of freediving/spearfishing/lobster diving so know the look of dive lights underwater, they are fairly recognizable. I doubt it is related to this object but would be interested in how the light looked: color, how long it lasted, brightness, steadiness, etc.

 

[Hawaii]

It would be really, really heavy!

28lbs

 

[Clay Diggins]

28lbs

Not even heavy enough for platinum or lead.

A six inch square cube of platinum weighs more than 160 pounds.

One cubic foot of lead weighs more than 700 pounds.

 

[Hawaii]

To me it looks like melted lead, what you describe as a break may just be a flat or broken surface it solidified against. Melted metal tends to form into that kind of shape. I find lots of melted aluminum metal detecting beaches. Perhaps a chunk of melted keel from a boat that ran aground and caught on fire who knows how long ago?

The lights are an interesting part of the story. I've done a lot of freediving/spearfishing/lobster diving so know the look of dive lights underwater, they are fairly recognizable. I doubt it is related to this object but would be interested in how the light looked: color, how long it lasted, brightness, steadiness, etc.

So I broke off a corner piece there is a bla cck quarts looking inside which is super dense took a hammer drill to it went down 3/8 of an inch then spun actually sharpening the bit I tried in multiple spots

 

[HistoryHunter22]

i dont know if its my eyes decieving me, but it appears to have an orangish/brown iron oxidation around it no? either way to me it looks like a rock, a weird intriguing
one, that most definitely would have me giving it the ol' tanya harding special to see whats inside!

 

[pepperj]

So I broke off a corner piece there is a bla cck quarts looking inside which is super dense took a hammer drill to it went down 3/8 of an inch then spun actually sharpening the bit I tried in multiple spots

So take a real good photo of the broken off piece.(We need to see the inside part)
How big is the piece broken off. (measure it-weigh it)

 

[ToddsPoint]

In this pic you posted, your rock has the appearance of a shatter cone. Formed when a meteorite hits limestone bedrock. They are fairly rare. I found several at Wells Creek crater in TN. (Second pic) Also a big one from the internet in the last pic.

 

[Clay Diggins]

The value of a platinum shatter cone can vary depending on factors such as the quality of the specimen, size, rarity, and demand among collectors. Additionally, market conditions and individual buyer preferences can influence its price. It would be best to consult with a reputable geology or mineral dealer or consult online marketplaces or auction sites to get a better idea of the current market value for a platinum shatter cone.

 

[Red-Coat]

The value of a platinum shatter cone can vary depending on factors such as the quality of the specimen, size, rarity, and demand among collectors.

You won't find a shatter-cone composed of platinum-bearing rock. It can be one or the other... but not both.

 

[Clay Diggins]

The amount of platinum found in meteorites can vary widely. Some meteorites contain negligible amounts of platinum, while others can have significantly higher concentrations. On average, meteorites typically contain about 0.5 parts per billion (ppb) of platinum. However, there are rare cases where platinum concentrations in meteorites have been found to be much higher, with some reaching concentrations as high as a few parts per million (ppm).

 

[Clay Diggins]

Platinum shatter cones in Oregon are primarily composed of various types of rock, typically sedimentary rocks such as limestone and sandstone and platinum. These rocks are often found in areas where meteorite impacts have occurred. The shatter cones form as a result of the intense pressure and shock waves generated by the impact event, which causes the platinum and rock to fracture and create a distinctive conical pattern.

A conical pattern is a geometric pattern that consists of a shape with a circular base and sides that gradually taper towards a point or apex. It resembles the shape of a cone, hence the name "conical pattern." This pattern is commonly seen in various objects and structures, such as traffic cones, lampshades, platinum shatter cones or the patterns formed by water ripples when an object is dropped in a still pond.

 

[Red-Coat]

The amount of platinum found in meteorites can vary widely. Some meteorites contain negligible amounts of platinum, while others can have significantly higher concentrations. On average, meteorites typically contain about 0.5 parts per billion (ppb) of platinum. However, there are rare cases where platinum concentrations in meteorites have been found to be much higher, with some reaching concentrations as high as a few parts per million (ppm).

Platinum shatter cones in Oregon are primarily composed of various types of rock, typically sedimentary rocks such as limestone and sandstone and platinum. These rocks are often found in areas where meteorite impacts have occurred. The shatter cones form as a result of the intense pressure and shock waves generated by the impact event, which causes the platinum and rock to fracture and create a distinctive conical pattern.

A conical pattern is a geometric pattern that consists of a shape with a circular base and sides that gradually taper towards a point or apex. It resembles the shape of a cone, hence the name "conical pattern." This pattern is commonly seen in various objects and structures, such as traffic cones, lampshades, platinum shatter cones or the patterns formed by water ripples when an object is dropped in a still pond.

Here we go again with more geological nonsense I presume you've trawled from the net and edited to suit your argument.

We're talking parts per billion of platinum or, at best, a few parts per million. That's not enough to regard a rock as "platinum-bearing", nor give it any visible or other characteristics that would suggest it contains any platinum at all. You'd need specialist anaylsis to detect at those levels.

Please provide a reference link to a reputable source where its says "Platinum shatter cones in Oregon are primarily composed of various types of rock, typically sedimentary rocks such as limestone and sandstone and platinum". I would like to see what it actually says rather than how you have edited and interpreted it.

 

[Clay Diggins]

Platinum nuggets can vary in size, but they are generally much smaller than gold nuggets. Most platinum nuggets range from small grains to small pebble-size pieces, with occasional larger nuggets weighing a few grams. However, it is quite rare to find large platinum nuggets, and they are considered highly valuable.

 

[Clay Diggins]

A pure platinum meteorite should have a platinum content of 100%. However, it's important to note that platinum meteorites are extremely rare, and most meteorites found on Earth contain a mixture of different elements and minerals. If a meteorite contains platinum, the platinum content can vary, but it would likely be high given its designation as a platinum meteorite.

 

[Red-Coat]

Platinum nuggets can vary in size, but they are generally much smaller than gold nuggets. Most platinum nuggets range from small grains to small pebble-size pieces, with occasional larger nuggets weighing a few grams. However, it is quite rare to find large platinum nuggets, and they are considered highly valuable.

A pure platinum meteorite should have a platinum content of 100%. However, it's important to note that platinum meteorites are extremely rare, and most meteorites found on Earth contain a mixture of different elements and minerals. If a meteorite contains platinum, the platinum content can vary, but it would likely be high given its designation as a platinum meteorite.

There are no known platinum meteorites, never mind "pure platinum meteorites". They aren't rare... they don't exist. Platinum content in meteorites that have reached Earth is extremely low and present only in trace amounts.

Second time of asking:

Please provide a reference link to a reputable source where its says "Platinum shatter cones in Oregon are primarily composed of various types of rock, typically sedimentary rocks such as limestone and sandstone and platinum". I would like to see what it actually says rather than how you have edited and interpreted it.

 

[xr7ator]

It sure looks like a huge campfire nugget to me.

 

[Emil W]

It seems the OP still hasn't preformed a basic acid test. Interesting...and telling.

 

[ARC]

I think it is a Transformers Turd.

 

[Clay Diggins]

A platinum shatter cone analysis refers to the examination and study of shatter cones found in platinum deposits. Shatter cones are a distinctive geological feature that form when high-pressure shock waves are generated during meteorite impacts or underground nuclear explosions. These shockwaves propagate through the surrounding rocks, causing them to fracture and shatter in a unique cone-shaped pattern.

Platinum shatter cones are of particular interest because they provide valuable insights into the geological history and formation of platinum deposits. By studying the orientation, size, and shape of shatter cones in platinum-bearing rocks, geologists can determine the direction and intensity of the impact or explosion event that formed them. This information can be used to understand the geological processes involved in the formation of platinum deposits and to identify potential mining sites.

Platinum shatter cone analysis typically involves the collection of samples containing shatter cones from various locations within a platinum deposit. These samples are then analyzed using a variety of techniques, including microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and geochemical analysis. Through these methods, scientists can determine the mineral compositions, crystal structures, and physical properties of the rocks containing shatter cones.

The results of a platinum shatter cone analysis can provide important information about the geological history of the deposit, including the timing and nature of the impact or explosion event that caused the formation of shatter cones. This information can be used to refine geological models of the deposit and guide future exploration and mining efforts.

Overall, platinum shatter cone analysis is a valuable tool for understanding the genesis and characteristics of platinum deposits, providing critical information for the mining industry and contributing to our knowledge of Earth's geologic history.