{"product_id":"navajo-iron-meteorite-specimen-historic-iiab-iron-meteorite-arizona-meteorite","title":"Navajo Iron Meteorite Specimen Historic IIAB Iron Meteorite Arizona Meteorite","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficially 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ex: Field Museum, Ex: Schwade, Ex: Piatek collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOfficial Classification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Navajo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Found:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1921\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron Meteorite (IIAB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Known Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.18 tons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIIAB Iron Meteorites Are Especially Sought After Because They Commonly Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel-iron metallic structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidmanstätten patterns when etched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegmaglypts and atmospheric sculpting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructural kamacite and taenite bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic iron meteorite appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron meteorite collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican meteorite collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArizona and Southwestern meteorite collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched meteorite enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum and educational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced meteorite collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistoric 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA remarkable extraterrestrial iron meteorite representing one of the classic historic American meteorite discoveries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 10 x 0.4 x 0.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.31g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42422930735186,"sku":null,"price":310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/IMG_4072.jpg?v=1779765732","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/navajo-iron-meteorite-specimen-historic-iiab-iron-meteorite-arizona-meteorite","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}