Lonaconing
Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1888 · Maryland, United States
Key Takeaway
Lonaconing is a Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1888 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.4 kg.
1.4 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-sHL
Classification
Found
Type
1888
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 14680 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1888 |
| Coordinates | 39.41667N, 79.15W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Lonaconing?
Lonaconing is classified as Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Lonaconing meteorite weigh?
The Lonaconing meteorite has a mass of 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Lonaconing meteorite found?
The Lonaconing meteorite was found in Maryland, United States in 1888.
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