Costilla Peak
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1881 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Costilla Peak is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1881 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 35.5 kg.
35.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1881
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5453 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 35.5 kg (78.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1881 |
| Coordinates | 36.83333N, 105.23333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"35.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Costilla Peak?
Costilla Peak is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Costilla Peak meteorite weigh?
The Costilla Peak meteorite has a mass of 35.5 kg (78.3 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Costilla Peak meteorite found?
The Costilla Peak meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1881.
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