Maria da Fé

Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1987 · Brazil

Key Takeaway

Maria da Fé is a Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 18.0 kg.

18.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IVA
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID15416
Classification Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite)
Mass18.0 kg (39.7 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates22.3S, 45.36667W
Country Brazil

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Maria da Fé?

Maria da Fé is classified as Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Maria da Fé meteorite weigh?

The Maria da Fé meteorite has a mass of 18.0 kg (39.7 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Maria da Fé meteorite found?

The Maria da Fé meteorite was found in Brazil in 1987.

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