Campo del Cielo Meteorite Iron, IAB-MG Chaco, Argentina...
Campo del Cielo Meteorite Iron, IAB-MG Chaco, Argentina Found: 1576 A truly incomparable Campo del Cielo Meteorite, this incredibly massive example weighing a solid 22.7 kilograms (50 pounds) is unquestionably large, but also offers a phenomenal shape, incredible texture, outstanding stability and even two tiny "eye" holes, which are a rarity in any meteorite. This specimen looks amazing from both sides and is simply a natural sculpture. It is rare that such a colossal example would be so dynamic and aesthetic, but this really is a superlative 'Campo' with all the best attributes. Overall Measurements: 12.60 x 8.27 x 3.54 inches (32.00 x 21.00 x 9.00 cm), weighs 22.67 kilograms (49.97 pounds) [Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]
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Campo del Cielo Meteorite Iron, IAB-MG Chaco, Argentina Found: 1576 A truly incomparable Campo del Cielo Meteorite, this incredibly massive example weighing a solid 22.7 kilograms (50 pounds) is unquestionably large, but also offers a phenomenal shape, incredible texture, outstanding stability and even two tiny "eye" holes, which are a rarity in any meteorite. This specimen looks amazing from both sides and is simply a natural sculpture. It is rare that such a colossal example would be so dynamic and aesthetic, but this really is a superlative 'Campo' with all the best attributes. Overall Measurements: 12.60 x 8.27 x 3.54 inches (32.00 x 21.00 x 9.00 cm), weighs 22.67 kilograms (49.97 pounds) [Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]
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