Unique Gibeon Meteorite
Iron, fine octahedrite
Great Nama Land, Namibia, Africa
The beautiful and unique sculptural shape of this Gibeon features a perfect inner arch. A generous desert patina adds to its appeal. Meteorites are among the most rare materials in existence, and iron meteorites are rarer still, comprising roughly one in seven of all known specimens.
Measures 3.75 x 1.5 x 8in; weighs 1,843g (4.06lbs)
Great Nama Land, Namibia, Africa
The beautiful and unique sculptural shape of this Gibeon features a perfect inner arch. A generous desert patina adds to its appeal. Meteorites are among the most rare materials in existence, and iron meteorites are rarer still, comprising roughly one in seven of all known specimens.
Measures 3.75 x 1.5 x 8in; weighs 1,843g (4.06lbs)
Sold for
US$ 750
inc. premium
Category: Natural History
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