{"product_id":"holbrook-meteorite-specimen-historic-1912-arizona-observed-fall-official-l-ll6-chondrite","title":"Holbrook Meteorite Specimen Historic 1912 Arizona Observed Fall Official L\/LL6 Chondrite","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn authentic specimen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOfficially classified as an \u003cstrong\u003eL\/LL6 ordinary chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOfficial Classification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holbrook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Fell:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1912\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Observed Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e L\/LL6 Ordinary Chondrite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Known Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 220 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHolbrook meteorites are highly sought after because of:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric witnessed fall status\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamous Arizona locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly American meteorite history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransitional L\/LL classification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong collector recognition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportance in planetary science research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on specimen type, Holbrook examples may display:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack fusion crust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight gray interior matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal and sulfide grains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegmaglypts and atmospheric features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic ordinary chondrite textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis specimen represents an outstanding addition for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric meteorite collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArizona geological collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObserved fall collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrdinary chondrite collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum and educational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanetary science enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHolbrook remains one of the most iconic American meteorite falls and continues to be a cornerstone specimen for collectors of historic witnessed meteorites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 × 10 × 11 mm | \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42419798278226,"sku":null,"price":122.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/Holbrook.png?v=1779584289","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/holbrook-meteorite-specimen-historic-1912-arizona-observed-fall-official-l-ll6-chondrite","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}