Authentic Gao-Guenie meteorite, an officially recognized H5 ordinary chondrite that fell in Burkina Faso on March 5, 1960.
This is a documented observed fall, meaning the meteorite was witnessed as it entered Earth’s atmosphere and recovered shortly after—making it especially desirable compared to unclassified finds.
Gao-Guenie represents a well-studied stony meteorite composed primarily of olivine and bronzite, typical of H-class chondrites. Material from this fall continues to be collected and studied decades later.
Meteorite Details:
Name: Gao-Guenie (official)
Type: Ordinary Chondrite
Class: H5
Fall: Observed
Date of Fall: March 5, 1960
Location: Burkina Faso (formerly Upper Volta)
Form: Individual specimen
Size: 57 × 35 × 32 mm
Weight: 104 grams
Why this meteorite stands out:
Observed fall (1960) — highly desirable
Official, named meteorite (not NWA)
Well-documented and studied classification
Authentic material from a historic meteorite event
Collector Note:
Gao-Guenie is one of the better-known African meteorite falls, with material recovered both at the time of the fall and in later years. Its confirmed classification and documented history make it a reliable and collectible specimen for both new and experienced collectors.
Own a genuine piece of space history — once it’s gone, it’s gone.
