Kharga - iron meteorite with the same composition as the Tutankhamun dagger - 0.01 g - (1)
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Kharga iron meteorite from Marsa Matruh, Egypt, with a nickel and cobalt composition similar to the Tutankhamun dagger blade; total mass 1040 g, with a 0.01 g slice.
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Kharga - Recovered in 2000, Marsa Matruh, Egypt. Siderite Ottaedrite IVA. Total mass: 1040 grams.
Slice 0.01 g - Cube = 1 cm.
The Kharga meteorite is an iron meteorite found in Egypt, famous for its nickel and cobalt composition, which almost perfectly matches that of Tutankhamon’s dagger blade, suggesting that the extraterrestrial metal for the dagger came from a similar meteor shower, if not from that specific meteorite, demonstrating the ancient Egyptians’ early ability to work celestial materials.
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Kharga - Recovered in 2000, Marsa Matruh, Egypt. Siderite Ottaedrite IVA. Total mass: 1040 grams.
Slice 0.01 g - Cube = 1 cm.
The Kharga meteorite is an iron meteorite found in Egypt, famous for its nickel and cobalt composition, which almost perfectly matches that of Tutankhamon’s dagger blade, suggesting that the extraterrestrial metal for the dagger came from a similar meteor shower, if not from that specific meteorite, demonstrating the ancient Egyptians’ early ability to work celestial materials.
The product does not ship to the United States of America.
Dear friends,
We want to inform you about an important change when sending parcels from Italy to the United States.
From August 22, 2025, Italian Post has paused all shipments of goods to the USA. This is because the United States has introduced new customs rules and Italy is waiting for clear instructions on how parcels should be be processed.
What does this mean for you?
Right now, we can only send letters, documents, or gifts between private individuals (up to $800 in value).
Every shipment still requires a customs declaration, and delivery may take longer than usual.
We understand this may cause inconvenience, and we are monitoring the situation closely. As soon as Italian Post updates its procedures, we will share the news and resume normal shipping.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
Details
Number of items
1
Type of meteorite
Kharga - iron meteorite with the same composition as the Tutankhamun dagger
Weight
0.01 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Mersa Matruh
Country of Origin
Egypt
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