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Iron meteorite (likely an etched or weathered display specimen)

Iron meteorite, composed chiefly of kamacite and taenite (Fe–Ni alloys)

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Dark brown, irregular and heavily weathered surface; metallic iron–nickel interior, Mohs hardness about 4–5, high density, and commonly shows Widmanstätten patterns when cut and etched. The image alone does not confirm its composition or subtype.

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At a glance

Common name: Iron meteorite (likely an etched or weathered display specimen)
Scientific name: Iron meteorite, composed chiefly of kamacite and taenite (Fe–Ni alloys)
Category: meteorite
Identified: October 4, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Unverified specimens vary widely; roughly $1–$5 per gram is common for many iron meteorites, with exceptional types or documented finds priced higher.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Formed in the metallic core of an early differentiated asteroid, then liberated by collision and delivered to Earth; the specimen’s age and fall location cannot be determined from the photo.

Uses & applications

Collected and displayed for scientific and educational interest; cut and etched iron meteorites are sometimes made into jewelry or decorative objects.

Geological facts

Iron meteorites are rare compared with stony meteorites and can preserve distinctive intergrowths of kamacite and taenite.

Field identification & locations

Its dense, sculpted appearance is consistent with a weathered iron meteorite, but identification requires tests such as magnetism, density, and nickel analysis. Common finds include deserts and Antarctica; value depends greatly on verified provenance, mass, and condition.