CAMPO DEL CIELO - COMPLETE IRON METEORITE. ...

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CAMPO DEL CIELO - COMPLETE IRON METEORITE
Iron, coarse octahedrite
Gran Chaco, Argentina
Fitting perfectly into the hand, this classic example of the well-known Campo del Cielo meteorite fall has the elusive definability of a cloud-form; with ridges and gullies, gradations of color from black to gray to silver and brown-red rust traces, and an elongated form that undulates gently in a fashion that is highly aesthetic from any angle. Originating in the renowned "Valley of the Sky" in Argentina, it is a terrific example of a natural extraterrestrial sculpture, measuring approximately 7 x 4 x 4 inches and weighing 4.4 kilograms (9.70 pounds), presented on an ebonized metal display stand.

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