Frankfort (iron)

Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1866 · Indiana, United States

Key Takeaway

Frankfort (iron) is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1866 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 10.9 kg.

10.9 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1866
Year

Details

NASA ID10176
Classification Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite)
Mass10.9 kg (24.0 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1866
Coordinates38.2N, 84.83333W
Country United States

Location

Mass Context

"10.9 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Frankfort (iron)?

Frankfort (iron) is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Frankfort (iron) meteorite weigh?

The Frankfort (iron) meteorite has a mass of 10.9 kg (24.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Frankfort (iron) meteorite found?

The Frankfort (iron) meteorite was found in Indiana, United States in 1866.

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