Australites
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Discover our collection of Australites, distinctive natural tektites found across Australia and recognised for their characteristic aerodynamic shapes and natural surface textures.
Australites form part of the Australasian strewn field, the world's largest known tektite strewn field. They were produced during a major meteorite impact event approximately 790,000 years ago, when molten terrestrial material was ejected into the atmosphere, cooled rapidly and returned to Earth as natural impact glass.
Natural processes during flight created the distinctive forms for which Australites are known today, including buttons, flanged buttons, teardrops and dumbbells. These unique shapes, together with their geological significance, have made Australites an enduring favourite among collectors and natural history enthusiasts.
Our collection showcases Australite specimens selected for their provenance, preservation and natural characteristics.
As our collection continues to grow, additional Australite specimens and natural forms will be added.
Why Collect Australites?
- Part of the Australasian strewn field.
- Natural impact glass formed during a meteorite impact.
- Approximately 790,000 years old.
- Recognised for distinctive aerodynamic forms.
- Every specimen is naturally unique.
- An excellent addition to tektite, meteorite and natural history collections.
Featured Specimens
Our collection may include:
- Complete Australites
- Button Australites
- Flanged Buttons
- Core Specimens
- Fragment Specimens
As our collection grows, additional Australite specimens and natural forms will become available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Australite?
An Australite is a natural tektite found in Australia. It formed when terrestrial material melted during a meteorite impact, was ejected into the atmosphere and cooled rapidly before returning to Earth as natural impact glass.
Are Australites meteorites?
No. Australites are not meteorites. They are natural impact glass formed from Earth's rocks during a meteorite impact.
Where are Australites found?
Australites occur across Australia as part of the Australasian strewn field, the largest recognised tektite strewn field on Earth.
Why do Australites have different shapes?
Their distinctive forms developed naturally as molten material travelled through Earth's atmosphere before cooling. This process produced characteristic shapes such as buttons, flanged buttons, teardrops and dumbbells.
Are all Australites the same?
No. Every Australite differs naturally in shape, size, surface texture and preservation, making each specimen unique.
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