Sericho Pallasite Meteorite
The Starlit Steel of Kenya
About the stone
Found in 2016 in Kenya by 2 brothers who were looking for their camels, who had wandered off. With the help of family & an engine hoist, they moved almost 2800 kgs of the large, dense stones to their homes, & put them up for sale. The stones are still being found today, weighing between 1 & 500 kg each, in a strewn field 45 km long. Metal is dominated by swathing kamacite (Iron-nickel meteorite texture) around the olivine, with pockets of dark-etching plessite (kamacite + taenite, with taenite being an Iron-nickel texture found both on earth and on meteorites). Or in other words, natural & extraterrestrial steel, studded with caramel olivine gems from space.
Mineral data
- Chemical composition: Sericho is a stony-iron pallasite meteorite: a network of iron-nickel metal (kamacite and plessite) holding crystals of olivine, a magnesium iron silicate, (Mg,Fe)2SiO4.
- Hardness: Varies: the iron-nickel metal is about 4 and the olivine about 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale.
- Color: Silvery gray metal studded with caramel, amber-green olivine crystals.
Metaphysical data
Sericho Pallasite, a rare meteorite of natural extraterrestrial steel set with golden olivine, has been utilized in metaphysical practices to ground dreamers, widen awareness and ease deep-rooted fears.
Grounding and Stabilizing Energy
- Sericho is thought to be a grounding influence for those whose heads are always in the clouds, bringing the dreamer back into the body and the present moment.
- Its dense iron-nickel metal gives it a weighty, steadying feel in the hand, which many people find reassuring during times of worry.
Emotional Healing
- Sericho is believed to aid very sensitive people who pick up the energies of others, helping them feel more contained and less swept away by crowds.
- It is said to help with fears such as agoraphobia and the fear of flying, by gently healing core wounds held by the inner child.
Harmonizing Energy Centers
- Sericho is associated with the heart chakra, where it is thought to bring a feeling of safety, trust and oneness with others and with the world.
- It is also linked to the third eye chakra, supporting a wider view of life, in which scarcity and fear lose some of their power.
Zodiac Associations
- Sericho is associated with all the zodiac signs and is not strongly tied to one sign, so anyone may choose to work with it.
- It vibrates to the number 2, a number of partnership, balance and gentle cooperation, matching its reputation for harmony.
Spiritual Growth
- Sericho is believed to expand awareness of oneness with the universe, a fitting theme for a stone that traveled through space before reaching Earth.
- It is said to assist with astral 'flying' and to help manifest prosperity and abundance in one's material life while releasing scarcity thinking.
Physical Healing
- Crystals are a traditional wellness practice and not a substitute for professional medical advice or therapy; seek proper care for panic, trauma or any health concern.
- In crystal tradition the stone is held as a calming companion for those who feel anxious about leaving home or traveling, as part of a wider plan of care.
Care and handling
Sericho is a stony-iron meteorite, so its metal can rust. Keep it dry, avoid water, damp places and sweaty hands, and never soak or wash it; wipe with a dry cloth and keep it with a silica gel packet if you live in a humid place. A very light wipe of mineral oil can protect the metal. It is magnetic, so keep it away from watches, cards and electronics. Olivine inclusions are brittle, so avoid drops and knocks.
Individual experiences with Sericho Pallasite vary, and its qualities are traditional beliefs rather than proven facts. Hold it with awe for its journey, and use it mindfully as a steadying reminder that you are part of something vast.