Gebel Kamil Meteorite. Iron, ungrouped. Al Wadi al Jadid, Egypt - (22° 1' 6"N, 26° 5' 16"E). Found: 2009. 1.74...

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Gebel Kamil Meteorite
Iron, ungrouped
Al Wadi al Jadid, Egypt - (22° 1' 6"N, 26° 5' 16"E)
Found: 2009
1.74 x 1.61 x 0.61 inches (4.43 x 4.08 x 1.54 cm)

Description:
This outstanding example of the Gebel Kamil Meteorite displays remarkable surface texture and contrast, showcasing the classic sculpted form produced by intense atmospheric ablation. The high-relief areas glint with a natural metallic sheen, while the lower recesses retain a deep gunmetal tone, emphasizing the stone's dimensional structure. Composed primarily of Nickel-Iron, the specimen represents material from a massive explosion event in Egypt's Eastern Desert, where countless fragments were scattered across the surrounding landscape. The balance of form, color, and luster in this piece highlights both the violence of its cosmic origin and the enduring beauty of extraterrestrial iron. This superb specimen offers collectors an especially fine example of Gebel Kamil from the fall with distinctive character and preservation.

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