Campo Del Cielo Iron Meteorite

Size: 3 cms

Weight: 11 grams

Location: Minas Gerais, Brazil

Product Description:

Discover the ancient secrets of the cosmos with our Campo Del Cielo Iron Meteorite from Argentina. This genuine meteorite fragment is a rare and fascinating piece of extraterrestrial history, shaped by the intense heat and pressure of asteroid collisions.

Geological Information:

- Location: Campo Del Cielo, Chaco Province, Argentina
- Type: Iron meteorite (Octahedrite)
- Chemical Composition: Primarily iron (~92%), nickel (~6%), and trace elements
- Age: Approximately 4.5 billion years old (formation of the solar system)
- Formation: Fragment of a planetary core or mantle, ejected during asteroid collisions
- Hardness: 4-5 on the Mohs scale
- Distinctive Features: Regmaglypts (thumbprint-like depressions), Widmanstätten patterns (iron-nickel crystal structure)
- Crystal System: Isometric (cubic)

Why Buy:

- Genuine iron meteorite fragment, certified for authenticity
- Rare opportunity to own a piece of extraterrestrial history
- Perfect for meteorite enthusiasts, collectors, and science educators
- A tangible connection to the cosmos, with a rich geological story

Note: The Campo Del Cielo Iron Meteorite is one of the largest and most famous meteorite falls in the world, with estimates suggesting it weighed over 2,000 tons before entering Earth's atmosphere. This fragment is a remarkable piece of that event, offering a glimpse into the ancient processes that shaped our solar system.