Meteorite
A meteorite is a rocky or metallic fragment from space that survives passage through Earth's atmosphere, with common types like ordinary chondrites and iron meteorites being the most affordable for regular collectors in the fossils and minerals market.
Estimated value as of 2026 · Source: Multiple sources on common chondrites and iron meteorites like Campo del Cielo
Fun Fact
Prices for rare lunar meteorites have dropped dramatically from around $1,000 per gram in the early 2000s to about $100 per gram today due to market flooding.
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