Hickman Iron Meteorite

425.5g Hickman Iron Meteorite – Striking Aussie Red Specimen

This 425.5-gram Hickman iron meteorite is a beautifully shaped piece of extraterrestrial history, hailing from the famed Hickman Crater in Western Australia. Its surface carries the distinct “Aussie red” hue, a natural desert patina formed over thousands of years in Australia’s arid outback.

With its elegant form and rich coloration, this specimen showcases the rugged yet refined beauty that makes Hickman irons so sought-after by collectors. The meteorite’s shape hints at its fiery passage through Earth’s atmosphere, while its surface tells the story of its long terrestrial residence in the red sands of Australia.

Discovered in 2007, the Hickman crater field has quickly become one of the most celebrated iron meteorite finds of the modern era, prized for both its scientific significance and aesthetic appeal.

Whether displayed as the centerpiece of a collection or treasured as a standalone work of natural cosmic art, this Aussie red Hickman meteorite is a striking reminder of our planet’s ongoing dialogue with the stars.

Weight: 425.5 grams
Locality: Hickman Crater, Western Australia
Type: Iron (IIAB)