The Interstellar Collection
Campo Del Cielo Iron Individual Meteorite from Argentina! Randomly Selected from 10-25g Individuals
Campo Del Cielo Iron Individual Meteorite from Argentina! Randomly Selected from 10-25g Individuals
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You are viewing a solid iron Campo Del Cielo meteorite from Argentina! You will receive one (1) individual meteorite per purchase. No two are alike, and vary in weight from 10-25 grams. They will all look similar to what you see in the photo. Campo is one of the most highly collectible meteorites on the market, and is a perfect starting point for anyone getting into the hobby.
Fun Facts about the famous Campo Del Cielo meteorite:
Campo Del Cielo's crater field is so large that it covers an area of 11.5 by 1.9 miles and contains at least 26 craters, the largest being 377 by 299 feet in diameter!
The name Campo del Cielo is Spanish for "Field of Heaven," a fitting description for the region where fragments of the meteorite were originally discovered.
The meteorite impact is estimated to have occurred between 4,000 and 5,000 years ago.
The total estimated mass of the original celestial body was several tons.
Scientists believe the meteorite fractured into many pieces as it entered the Earth's atmosphere, resulting in a large scattering of fragments across the impact area.
*Please Note: a signed informational card will be included with the order of any one single campo meteorite. For any quantities ordered that exceed one, you may request additional cards if you’d like, but you need to reach out immediately after placing your order.
About Iron Meteorites:
Iron meteorites consist almost entirely of nickel and iron and are thought to originate from the cores of ancient, differentiated asteroids. In the early solar system, these large asteroids underwent internal melting, causing heavier elements like iron and nickel to sink toward their centers—much like the Earth’s own core. Over time, catastrophic collisions shattered these bodies, sending fragments hurtling through space until some eventually landed on Earth as meteorites.
One of the most striking features of iron meteorites is the Widmanstätten pattern—a distinctive interlocking crystalline structure of nickel-iron alloys that can be revealed through careful acid etching. This process requires expert preparation, including stabilization, slicing, and polishing, as even slight errors can damage the specimen. The pattern itself is often called the meteorite’s “thumbprint” because it is entirely unique and cannot be replicated in laboratory conditions. Its formation requires incredibly slow cooling—about one degree Celsius every 10,000 years—making it a visual testament to the vast timescales and processes that shaped our solar system.
Our Guarantee
Our Guarantee
The Interstellar Collection, LLC is acknowledged by the IMCA (#3950), the Global Meteorite Association (GMA #042) and the Meteorite Club. We work directly with scientists in the field of Meteoritics to bring genuine meteorite specimens into the hands of museums, universities and to the general public. We unconditionally guarantee the authenticity of each meteorite we sell.
Shipping, Returns & Insurance
Shipping, Returns & Insurance
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Beautiful piece.
Really pleased by the size of the meteorite we received. We knew the size could vary, and we received the largest size. It was packaged so nicely and with great care. My son enjoyed opening everything up and reading through the information cards. I was impressed with everything - from the purchase experience to the receipt of the item. I will definitely recommend this business to people I know.
Another perfect sale. Thanks!