Canyon Diablo meteorite Slice - Height: 18 cm - Width: 14 cm - 559.2 g - (1)

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Polished slice of the Canyon Diablo iron meteorite from Meteor Crater, Arizona, USA, classified IAB-MG, weighing 559.20 g and measuring 18 × 14 cm (0.4 cm thick), with Widmanstätten structures and a custom display base.

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A spectacular polished slice of the famous iron meteorite Canyon Diablo, found in Arizona, USA, in 1891. This specimen beautifully displays the classic Widmanstätten pattern, the crystalline interlocking structure of kamacite and taenite that can only form during the slow cooling of an iron-nickel alloy in the core of a planetesimal over millions of years.
This slice measures 18 × 14 cm and weighs 559.20 grams. It exhibits excellent definition of the structural lines and a metallic luster, with visible inclusions typical of Canyon Diablo material. The overall appearance is both scientific and aesthetic, making it ideal for experienced collectors or as a highlight piece for any meteorite collection.
The piece features a custom-made display base, precisely fitted to its shape and engraved with its details: an elegant and professional presentation, perfect for exhibition.

Origin: Canyon Diablo, Meteor Crater, Arizona, USA
Classification: Iron, IAB-MG
Year of discovery: 1891
Dimensions: 18 × 14 × 0.4 cm
Weight: 559.20 g
custom-made, included

A spectacular polished slice of the famous iron meteorite Canyon Diablo, found in Arizona, USA, in 1891. This specimen beautifully displays the classic Widmanstätten pattern, the crystalline interlocking structure of kamacite and taenite that can only form during the slow cooling of an iron-nickel alloy in the core of a planetesimal over millions of years.
This slice measures 18 × 14 cm and weighs 559.20 grams. It exhibits excellent definition of the structural lines and a metallic luster, with visible inclusions typical of Canyon Diablo material. The overall appearance is both scientific and aesthetic, making it ideal for experienced collectors or as a highlight piece for any meteorite collection.
The piece features a custom-made display base, precisely fitted to its shape and engraved with its details: an elegant and professional presentation, perfect for exhibition.

Origin: Canyon Diablo, Meteor Crater, Arizona, USA
Classification: Iron, IAB-MG
Year of discovery: 1891
Dimensions: 18 × 14 × 0.4 cm
Weight: 559.20 g
custom-made, included

Details

Number of items
1
Name of meteorite
Canyon Diablo meteorite
Type of meteorite
Slice
Weight
559.2 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Meteor Crater, Arizona
Country of Origin
United States
Height
18 cm
Width
14 cm
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Objects sold
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