Los Reyes
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1897 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Los Reyes is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1897 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 19.5 kg.
19.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1897
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 14709 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 19.5 kg (43.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1897 |
| Coordinates | 19.26667N, 97.28333W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"19.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Los Reyes?
Los Reyes is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Los Reyes meteorite weigh?
The Los Reyes meteorite has a mass of 19.5 kg (43.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Los Reyes meteorite found?
The Los Reyes meteorite was found in Mexico in 1897.
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