x 10 IRON METEORITES. Campo del Cielo (Argentina, 4500 years). WITHOUT RESERVE PRICE. - 70 g

Campo del Cielo iron meteorites hail from a large meteorite impact crater field located in Argentina, estimated to be approximately 4,500 years old. These meteorites are primarily composed of iron and nickel, exhibiting a metallic luster and often featuring characteristic regmaglypts—thumbprint-like indentations formed during atmospheric entry. Iron meteorites like those from Campo del Cielo are prized by collectors and scientists alike because they provide insight into the core material of ancient asteroids and planetary bodies. Their dense, metallic nature contrasts with stony meteorites, and their origin offers fascinating glimpses into the early solar system's processes. Collecting meteorite fragments such as these allows enthusiasts to physically connect with extraterrestrial history and the cosmic events that shaped our planet over millennia.