Navajo Iron Meteorite Specimen Historic IIAB Iron Meteorite Arizona Meteorite

An authentic specimen of the historic Navajo meteorite, an officially classified IIAB iron meteorite discovered in the American Southwest in 1921. Navajo is one of the classic historic iron meteorites from the United States and remains highly desirable among collectors due to its large original mass, classic iron meteorite structure, and strong Southwestern provenance.

Officially classified as an Iron IIAB meteorite, Navajo belongs to a respected group of coarse octahedrite iron meteorites prized for their metallic composition, etched crystalline structures, and significance within meteoritic research and collecting history.

Provenance: Ex: Field Museum, Ex: Schwade, Ex: Piatek collection.

Official Classification

• Name: Navajo
• Country: United States
• Year Found: 1921
• Classification: Iron Meteorite (IIAB)
• Total Known Weight: Approximately 2.18 tons

IIAB Iron Meteorites Are Especially Sought After Because They Commonly Display

• Nickel-iron metallic structure
• Widmanstätten patterns when etched
• Regmaglypts and atmospheric sculpting
• Structural kamacite and taenite bands
• Classic iron meteorite appearance

Depending on preparation, Navajo specimens may display: etched crystalline structures, metallic silver-gray surfaces, atmospheric regmaglypts, oxidation patina, saw-cut iron textures, and polished reflective surfaces.

Iron meteorites like Navajo remain among the most iconic meteorites in the world because they are composed primarily of extraterrestrial nickel-iron metal and often preserve dramatic internal crystalline structures revealed through cutting and etching.

Ideal For

• Iron meteorite collectors
• American meteorite collections
• Arizona and Southwestern meteorite collectors
• Etched meteorite enthusiasts
• Museum and educational displays
• Advanced meteorite collections

Historic American iron meteorites with early discovery dates continue to maintain strong collector demand due to their: classic provenance, historical significance, large original masses, established scientific classification, and visual appeal when prepared and etched.

A remarkable extraterrestrial iron meteorite representing one of the classic historic American meteorite discoveries.

Measurements & Weight

• Dimensions: 10 x 0.4 x 0.2 mm
• Weight: 0.31g

Condition

Please review all photos carefully for overall condition, oxidation, etching, cut surfaces, regmaglypts, and natural metallic textures, as they are considered part of the description. Iron meteorites are natural extraterrestrial objects and commonly display oxidation, weathering, saw marks, etching variation, and natural structural features.