Beautiful Campo Del Cielo iron meteorite - 17.59 g - Very...

Iron meteorite – Campo del Cielo – 17.59 grams – on display with information card A unique piece of extraterrestrial history! This is an authentic iron meteorite of the Campo del Cielo type, originating from Argentina. The meteorite weighs 17.59 grams and measures 45 x 26 x 10 mm. The age is estimated at a staggering 4.5 billion years – older than our planet itself! Found in the year 1576, at coordinates 27°38', W61°42', where one of the largest meteorite impacts on Earth took place. This meteorite is presented in a luxurious display: - In a luxe gold-colored stand - With an informative card - In a clear plastic showcase, perfect for collectors or as an educational object The Campo del Cielo meteorite is an impressive iron meteorite originating from the famous meteorite fields of Argentina. The meteorite fell to Earth thousands of years ago and consists mainly of iron and nickel, giving many specimens a characteristic metallic structure and appearance. The impact was officially documented in 1576, and the area is among the best-known meteorite discovery sites in the world. With an estimated age of about 4.5 billion years, this material originated in the early period of our solar system. An authentic piece of Campo del Cielo thus forms a remarkable collectible and a tangible reminder of the origin of our solar system. A wonderful object for space enthusiasts, geology lovers, or fans of unique natural history pieces.

Estimate:£30.97

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