Holbrook Meteorite Slice Historic 1912 Arizona Observed Fall Official L/LL6 Chondrite

An authentic slice of the historic Holbrook meteorite, one of the most famous and scientifically important observed meteorite falls in American history. Falling over northern Arizona near Holbrook on July 19, 1912, the Holbrook meteorite created a spectacular witnessed event that scattered thousands of stones across the desert landscape and became one of the best-known ordinary chondrite falls ever documented in the United States.

Officially classified as an L/LL6 ordinary chondrite, Holbrook occupies a unique transitional classification between the L and LL chondrite groups. Meteorites of this type preserve important information about asteroid metamorphism and early solar system processes.

The fall reportedly frightened local ranchers and livestock as stones rained down across the Arizona desert, with many specimens recovered shortly after landing. Due to the rapid recovery after the fall, Holbrook material is often prized for its relatively fresh preservation and classic fusion crust characteristics.

Official Classification

• Name: Holbrook
• Country: United States
• Year Fell: 1912
• Fall Type: Observed Fall
• Classification: L/LL6 Ordinary Chondrite
• Total Known Weight: Approximately 220 kg

Holbrook meteorites are highly sought after because of:

• Historic witnessed fall status
• Famous Arizona locality
• Early American meteorite history
• Transitional L/LL classification
• Strong collector recognition
• Importance in planetary science research

Slices offer an exceptional window into the interior structure of this historic fall, potentially revealing:

• Light gray interior matrix
• Metal and sulfide grains
• Classic ordinary chondrite textures
• Chondrule structures
• Fusion crust on natural edges

This slice represents an outstanding addition for:

• Historic meteorite collections
• Arizona geological collections
• Observed fall collections
• Ordinary chondrite collections
• Museum and educational displays
• Planetary science enthusiasts

Holbrook remains one of the most iconic American meteorite falls and continues to be a cornerstone specimen for collectors of historic witnessed meteorites.

Specimen size: 15 × 16 × 5 mm | Weight: 3.9g

Condition: Please review all photos carefully for overall condition, fusion crust, fractures, weathering, cut surfaces, and natural surface characteristics, as they are considered part of the description. Meteorites are natural extraterrestrial objects and commonly display fractures, oxidation, and impact-related surface features.