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Large Campo Del Cielo Meteorite From Argentina

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,200.00 USD
Large Campo Del Cielo Meteorite From Argentina
For your consideration is this large Campo del Cielo meteorite found in the Gran Chaco Gualamba, Argentina area about 500 miles West of Buenos Aries. It is estimated that the meteorites fell 4,000-6,000 years ago at Campo del Cielo (meaning field of sky or heaven) in Gran Chaco, Gualamba. Twelve very large craters have been found by searchers. The largest Campo meteorite weighs about 30 tons; understandably, it is one of Argentina's national treasures. These meteorites are classed as a coarse octahedrite. The composition is about 94% iron and 6% nickel with scarce minerals present as well. Campo meteorites are also well known for their silicate inclusions. The meteorite exhibits magnetic properties as it is mostly of iron composite. The meteorite exhibits magnetic properties. The meteorite shows an all black color with light luster throughout. The meteorite measures 6 5/8" L x 3 1/2" W x 3 1/8" H and weighs 6 pounds and 10 ounces.*