Toluca meteorite, Iron meteorite in Jiquipilco Municipality, Mexico
The Toluca meteorite comprises multiple iron fragments with a combined mass of 3 tonnes, containing 90.5% iron and 8.1% nickel in its composition.
The first documentation of this meteorite dates back to 1776 when Spanish conquistadors identified its presence in the Toluca Valley region.
Local inhabitants of the region utilized the meteorite fragments as a valuable source of metal for crafting tools prior to scientific documentation.
The meteorite fragments are distributed across multiple scientific institutions and museums worldwide, with the main piece weighing 600 kilograms.
The internal structure reveals Widmanstätten patterns, formed through the gradual cooling of molten iron over millions of years in space.
Location: Jiquipilco Municipality
GPS coordinates: 19.56670,-99.56670
Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:24
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