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Name:    Pair of Gibeon Meteorites
Age:  Found - 1836
Location:  Namibia, Africa
Size:  Display case is 3.3" X 4.3"

Here is a genuine iron meteorite that fell from outer space. This Gibeon meteorite is from a rare witnessed and documented fall. This specimen was found in 1836 in Namibia, Africa. This meteorite is composed of 90% iron and a small percentage of nickel. The meteorite on the left shows an etched patern, the one on the right displays the natural shape of the meteorite. The meteorites come is a glass-topped display case. This is a very unique piece of the history of the universe - what a conversation piece!

A Certificate of Authenticity from EXTINCTIONS is included with this specimen.