Rust on meteorite

Our Natural history collection contains a few meteorite specimens.
These have a high iron content and rust is forming.  Are there any
storage tips that could help to deter or stop the rust formation
(e.g. isolation--how, humidity control--recommended level)?  Are
there any treatments that could remove the rust?

Elizabeth M. Scott
Conservation Technician
Indiana State Museum
202 N Alabama St
Indianapolis   IN   46204
317-232-3505
Fax: 317-233-8268


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