Harriman (Of) Meteorite Quick Facts
- Name: Harriman (Of)
- Year Discovered: 1947
- Approximate Recovery Location: 2750 Old Harriman Hwy, Harriman, TN 37748, USA
- Precise Recovery Location: (35.95, -84.56667)
- Mass: 30000 grams
- Classification: Iron, IVA
- Discovery Type: Found
- Condition: Valid
More Details About the Harriman (Of) Meteorite
The Harriman (Of) meteorite was discovered in 1947. It was recovered in 2750 Old Harriman Hwy, Harriman, TN 37748, USA (35.95, -84.56667). It has a mass of 30000 grams.
Harriman (Of) is considered a “Valid” meteorite. “Valid” meteorites are typical meteorites with average weathering, while “relict” meteorites are those that have been extremely altered, either due to weathering over time or human intervention.
Harriman (Of)’s official classification is Iron, IVA. The classification “Iron, IVA” refers to an iron meteorite that is part of the chemical group IVA. These meteorites are primarily composed of iron and nickel and formed from a molten state.
The Harriman (Of) meteorite is a “Found” meteorite. Meteorites are classified as “falls” if they were observed falling and recovered, while “finds” are those discovered later, often weathered by longer exposure to Earth’s environment and without a record of being seen as they fell.
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Last Updated: 1/12/24