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Coolest Pele's Tear ever!

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This photo shows a one-of-a-kind, completely hollow Pele's tear about 1.5 cm (1/2 inch) long. It was found on the rim of Halema‘uma‘u and was ejected in association with this morning's explosive event, probably during the aftermath when the lake surface was spattering vigorously.