Experience the wonders of the cosmos with the Canyon Diablo IAB Iron Meteorite, a genuine piece of extraterrestrial matter weighing in at 7.12 grams. Originating from the vast expanse of space, this meteorite has traversed the universe to land in the collection of discerning enthusiasts. It is a prime example of an Iron Meteorite, composed mainly of iron and nickel, with a unique crystalline structure that speaks to its cosmic origins.
Sourced from the United States, this meteorite is a celebrated refinement among collectors and researchers alike. Its acquisition supports scientific study and the public's appreciation for natural history. Own a piece of the stars with this extraordinary Canyon Diablo Iron Meteorite, a treasure that transcends the ordinary.
Canyon Diablo IAB Iron Meteorite
Weight: 7.12 Grams
Measurements: 33.07mm x 15.80mm x 6.83mm
The Canyon Diablo meteorites include the many fragments of the asteroid that created the Barringer Crater (Meteor Crater), Arizona, United States. Meteorites have been found around the crater rim, and are named for nearby Canyon Diablo, which lies about three to four miles west of the crater.
Type: Iron
Structural classification: Coarse Octahedrite
Group: IAB-MG
Composition: 7.1% Ni; 0.46% Co; 0.26% P; 1% C; 1% S; 80ppm Ga; 320ppm Ge; 1,9ppm Ir
Country: United States
Region: Coconino County, Arizona
Coordinates: 35°03′N 111°02′WCoordinates: 35°03′N 111°02′W
Observed fall: No
Fall date: 49000 years ago
Found date: 1891
TKW: 30 tons
Strewn field: Yes