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👉 The name “Campo del Cielo” means “Field of Heaven” in Spanish. Indigenous peoples knew about these meteorites long before scientific documentation. They sparked curiosity and legends, and were exploited for their metallic properties by local populations.
📋 Mineralogical sheet:
Element
Information
Name
Campo del Cielo
Kind
Iron meteorite (siderite)
Class
IAB-MG (grouped iron meteorites)
Main composition
Iron-nickel (~92–93% iron, 5–6% nickel), traces of cobalt and phosphorus
Structure
Widmanstätten (metallic patterns visible after polishing)
Density
~7.7 g/cm³
Hardness (Mohs)
4–5
Estimated mass
Individual pieces from a few kg to >30 tonnes combined
Origin
Probably metallic core of a differentiated asteroid
Discovery
Documented since the 16th century, Chaco and Santiago del Estero, Argentina
Impact/fall period
Estimated to be ~4,000–5,000 years BP
Special features
Massive pieces of iron, some stones weigh several tons; some specimens are used for sculpture and jewelry
Short story
The name “Campo del Cielo” means “Field of Heaven” in Spanish. Indigenous peoples knew about these meteorites long before scientific documentation. They sparked curiosity and legends, and were exploited for their metallic properties by local populations.
Interview
Gentle cleaning with water and a dry cloth; avoid harsh chemicals
Lithotherapy (symbolic)
Strength, courage, grounding, energetic protection, connection with the universe
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