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This historic meteorite specimen originates from the Boxhole impact site near Dneiper Station in the Central Northern Territory, Australia. Classified as an Iron Meteorite of group IIIAB, the specimen displays a rich metallic sheen with natural regmaglyptic surface texture characteristic of iron-nickel meteorites. When viewed under light, subtle crystalline patterning and oxidation tones of bronze, grey, and silver emerge, hinting at its internal Widmanstätten structure. Mounted in a modern floating display frame, the piece preserves its natural form while allowing full visual appreciation of its extraterrestrial texture and composition.
The Boxhole Meteorite was first discovered in 1937, associated with a small, well-preserved crater approximately 170 meters in diameter. It represents one of Australia’s few confirmed impact structures with a clearly associated meteorite find. Analysis has shown that Boxhole belongs to the IIIAB chemical group of iron meteorites, composed primarily of kamacite and taenite with trace elements of cobalt and phosphorus. These structural alloys formed through extremely slow cooling deep within the core of a differentiated asteroid—over millions of years—before the fragment’s eventual fall to Earth.
Specimens from the Boxhole fall are geologically and historically significant, providing valuable data about early solar system formation and the metallurgical differentiation of planetary bodies. Their relatively fresh condition and minimal terrestrial weathering reflect the arid environment of the Northern Territory, which helped preserve their metallic integrity. The meteorite’s fusion-crusted exterior and internal crystalline stability together offer a fascinating glimpse into the transition between cosmic and terrestrial worlds.
Weighing 6.48 grams and measuring 20 × 16 × 8 mm, this specimen dates to a fall found in 1937 and is representative of the early documented recoveries of Australian meteorites. As a natural fragment of cosmic iron from beyond Earth, it embodies both scientific and collector value—a tangible link to the solar system’s formative history. Its secure mounting within a floating frame allows for elegant display while preserving this rare artifact of celestial origin.
