Lot 714
1945 First Atomic Bomb Test Trinite Fragment. Piece of original Trinite from world's first atomic test, beautifully framed presentation with a photograph of the blast. On July 16, 1945 the first atomic bomb was detonated at the Trinity test site in the New Mexico desert. The blast generated a temperature of 10 million degrees Fahrenheit and the intense heat melted the desert sand into a light green glass like substance now known as Trinite. While it is no longer legal to acquire Trinite from the original site, small amounts collected prior to the restrictions are legal to own. This piece signifies the dramatic end to World War II's Pacific conflict and the beginning of the age of atomic energy. COA on reverse of frame which measures 15 1/4" x 12 1/4". Estimated Value $400 - 500
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