{"product_id":"large-natural-canyon-diablo-meteorite-graphite-nodule-meteor-crater-arizona-120g","title":"Large Natural Canyon Diablo Meteorite Graphite Nodule – Meteor Crater, Arizona – 120g","description":"\u003cp\u003eA remarkable 120-gram natural graphite nodule recovered from the world-famous Canyon Diablo meteorite strewn field surrounding Meteor Crater near Winslow, Arizona. Graphite nodules are among the most fascinating and collectible products associated with the Canyon Diablo iron meteorite, prized for their unusual origin and direct connection to one of Earth's most famous impact sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike metallic meteorite fragments, these graphite nodules represent carbon-rich inclusions found within the Canyon Diablo meteorite. They are highly sought after by collectors due to their rarity, scientific significance, and unmistakable association with the meteorite responsible for creating Meteor Crater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Canyon Diablo Graphite Nodule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 120 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeteor Crater (Barringer Crater) strewn field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNear Winslow, Arizona, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon-rich inclusion from the Canyon Diablo meteorite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent collector specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric Arizona meteorite locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeteorite Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeteorite: Canyon Diablo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassification: Iron Meteorite (IAB Complex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Meteor Crater, Arizona\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovery: 1891\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssociated Impact Site: Meteor Crater (Barringer Crater)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Canyon Diablo meteorite is among the most studied meteorites in history and is forever linked to Meteor Crater, one of the best-preserved meteorite impact structures on Earth. Its graphite nodules are a distinctive and highly collectible component of this legendary meteorite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollectors Value Graphite Nodules For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric Meteor Crater provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural carbon-rich composition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssociation with the Canyon Diablo meteorite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific and educational significance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasing scarcity of larger specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent display appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Features May Include\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth to irregular natural surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic inclusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural fractures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded or irregular form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinct graphite texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique internal structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeteor Crater (Barringer Crater) Strewn Field\u003cbr\u003eNear Winslow, Coconino County, Arizona, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEx: Southwest Meteorite Laboratory \u0026gt; Kilgore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGraphite nodules are significantly less common than ordinary Canyon Diablo iron fragments and have long been prized by advanced meteorite collectors. Larger specimens, such as this 120-gram example, are especially desirable due to their scarcity and impressive display presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese nodules offer collectors an opportunity to own a unique piece of the Canyon Diablo meteorite that differs dramatically in appearance from the more familiar iron masses while retaining the same historic connection to Meteor Crater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully for overall condition, size, natural surface characteristics, and any metallic inclusions, as they are considered part of the description. This is a completely natural meteorite graphite nodule and retains the authentic features developed through its extraterrestrial origin and long-term terrestrial history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42464550912082,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/CD_Large_Graphite.png?v=1782686594","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/large-natural-canyon-diablo-meteorite-graphite-nodule-meteor-crater-arizona-120g","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}