Henbury Meteorite

Henbury Iron Meteorite Find / Fall: Find – 1931
Location: Henbury, Northern Territory, Australia
Classification: Iron Meteorite (IIIAB) Medium Octahedrite
Total Known Weight: 2 Metric Tons

The Henbury Iron Meteorites and crater field were discovered in 1931. There are approximately 13 impact craters created by the impacting Henbury Meteorites. This iron meteorite is classified as a (IIIAB) medium octahedrite. These meteorites are often very nicely sculptured. Some are beautifully twisted and torn by the forced exerted on the metal at impact which make this iron meteorite one of the most sought after meteorites for collections.