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Meteorite

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Meteorite

Also known as: Iron meteorite

Genuine pieces of space – iron-nickel meteorites with the famous criss-cross Widmanstätten pattern.

  • ColourMetallic grey, Silver
  • Mineral groupIron-nickel meteorite
  • ChemistryFe-Ni alloy (kamacite and taenite)
  • Hardness (Mohs)4–5
  • Crystal systemCubic (alloy)
  • Where it's foundArgentina (Campo del Cielo), Sweden (Muonionalusta), Namibia (Gibeon), Mexico
  • ChakraRoot, Crown

What is Meteorite?

Iron meteorites are fragments of the cores of ancient asteroids, made mostly of iron and nickel. When cut, polished and etched, many show a beautiful criss-cross Widmanstätten pattern of interlocking metal crystals that could only form by extremely slow cooling in space over millions of years.

Popular collector meteorites include Campo del Cielo from Argentina, which fell around 4,000–5,000 years ago, and Muonionalusta from northern Sweden.

Meteorite astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsNo established tradition
  • Ruling planet—
  • ElementEarth
  • Birthstone month—

Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.

Meteorite meaning & traditional properties

Meteorite is associated in modern crystal traditions with grounding, cosmic connection and transformation.

  • Grounding
  • Connection
  • Transformation

Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

How to use Meteorite

  • Keep a meteorite as a remarkable piece of space history.

How to care for Meteorite

Keep dry – iron meteorites can rust. Wipe with a dry cloth; store with a silica gel sachet.

Looking for Meteorite?

Meteorite isn't in our shop right now – new stock arrives regularly. In the meantime, explore similar crystals we have available or browse our full crystal collection.

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Rituals & pairings

Pair Meteorite with a protection & cleansing ritual

A traditional cleansing ritual for resetting your space and feeling protected.

Traditionally paired with: White sage or palo santo smudge sticks · Dragon's blood, frankincense or myrrh incense · A white or black candle

  • Open a window, then light a white sage or palo santo stick and let it smoulder.
  • Gently waft the smoke around your crystal and through the room, corners first.
  • Light a white candle and place your crystal beside it while you set a simple intention, such as "This space is calm and protected".
  • Finish with frankincense or dragon's blood incense and let it burn down safely.

Safety: never leave candles, incense or smudge sticks burning unattended, keep them away from children, pets and anything flammable, and ventilate the room. Rituals are shared as tradition, not as a treatment.

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Meteorite jewellery & pendulums

Wear the energy of your favourite crystals every day – browse our handmade crystal jewellery and dowsing pendulums.

Meteorite FAQs

Are meteorites really from space?

Yes – iron meteorites are fragments of ancient asteroid cores.

What is the Widmanstätten pattern?

Interlocking metal crystals that formed by very slow cooling in space.

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