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Iron-rich stony meteorite candidate

Unclassified chondritic meteorite candidate; possible ordinary chondrite or weathered iron-rich terrestrial rock

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Dark brown-gray, irregular and heavily weathered, with rusty iron-oxide staining and scattered metallic-looking grains. Likely hardness about 5–6 if stony; fresh meteorites commonly show a thin fusion crust, but no diagnostic crust or confirmed metal is visible here.

Identified August 25, 2026More meteorite →

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At a glance

Common name: Iron-rich stony meteorite candidate
Scientific name: Unclassified chondritic meteorite candidate; possible ordinary chondrite or weathered iron-rich terrestrial rock
Category: meteorite
Identified: August 25, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Unverified specimen: typically $0–$20; authenticated ordinary chondrite: roughly $1–$10 per gram, with rare types worth substantially more.

Not an official valuation

AI estimate for general interest only — not an appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, provenance, and market demand. Verify with a professional before buying, selling, or insuring.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

If meteoritic, it formed from primitive Solar System material about 4.56 billion years ago and survived atmospheric entry before terrestrial weathering. The image alone cannot distinguish it reliably from terrestrial basalt, slag, or limonite-rich rock.

Uses & applications

Meteorites are primarily collected and studied; authenticated specimens may have scientific and collector value. Ordinary terrestrial iron-rich rocks generally have limited commercial use.

Geological facts

Useful tests include strong attraction to a magnet, unusually high density, absence of vesicles, and a nickel test; a polished slice may reveal chondrules or metallic Fe-Ni. Definitive identification requires laboratory petrography and chemical analysis.

Field identification & locations

Common meteorite candidates are found in deserts, Antarctica, and dry plains, but visual identification is unreliable. Do not cut or acid-test it before documenting weight, dimensions, and find location; seek a university or recognized meteorite laboratory.