- Mineo (meteorite)
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Mineo Type Stony-iron Class Pallasite Group Main Group Pallasite Country Italy Region Sicily Coordinates 37°17′N 14°42′E / 37.283°N 14.7°ECoordinates: 37°17′N 14°42′E / 37.283°N 14.7°E[1] Observed fall Yes Fall date May 3, 1826 TKW 42 g There are only 4 witnessed fall pallasite meteorites in the world and Mineo is one of them. It was also the first pallasite meteorite from Italy.
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History
On May 3, 1826, a bright meteor was observed over Sicily. Near the small town of Mineo (CT) was seen the fall of an object, followed by a loud sound. From the small crater was recovered a metallic mass.
Specimens
Only 42g from this fall are still preserved in collections.
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