GIBEON
25*30'S., 18*E approx.
Namibia Desert, South Africa
Octahedrite fine IVA
Found in 1836 but natives were aware of it before. The strewnfield is 242
miles X 74.5 miles, the largest of any meteorite. Total recovered weight is
21,000 kg. Shown is the 25mm by 45mm slice.
Namibia Desert, South Africa
Octahedrite fine IVA
Found in 1836 but natives were aware of it before. The strewnfield is 242
miles X 74.5 miles, the largest of any meteorite. Total recovered weight is
21,000 kg. Shown is the 25mm by 45mm slice.