Whitecourt Meteorite — 28.356g | Iron IIIAB | Found 2007, Alberta, Canada | With Display Box

Whitecourt Meteorite — 28.356g Individual | Iron IIIAB | Whitecourt, Alberta, Canada | With Display Box & Information Card

A genuine individual fragment of the Whitecourt meteorite — one of Canada’s most significant and collectible iron meteorites, and the only meteorite in Canada associated with a confirmed impact crater. This 28.356-gram specimen displays the characteristic twisted, thin-edged morphology typical of Whitecourt individuals, formed during the explosive crater-forming impact event. The specimen comes complete with its original display box and printed information card, making it an ideal ready-to-display piece for collectors, educators, and natural history enthusiasts.

Specimen Details

• Meteorite Name: Whitecourt
• Classification: Iron, IIIAB
• Find Location: Whitecourt, Alberta, Canada
• Year Found: 2007
• Weight: 28.356 g
• Approximate Size: ~30.8 mm (longest dimension)
• Form: Individual fragment
• Includes: Display box with printed information card

Note: dimensions are approximate as measured by digital caliper.

About the Whitecourt Meteorite

The Whitecourt meteorites were first discovered in 2007 in a dense boreal forest near Whitecourt, Alberta. What makes this find extraordinary is that the meteorites are associated with a confirmed impact crater — a rare and scientifically significant feature. The crater is small, located in a protected zone, and all legally collected specimens come from outside the protected area. All specimens have been reported for scientific purposes and are legal to own.

Whitecourt irons are classified as IIIAB and are known for their distinctive twisted, thin-edged shapes — a result of the violent fragmentation during the impact event rather than atmospheric ablation. This gives Whitecourt individuals a uniquely dramatic appearance quite different from most other iron meteorites.

As a Canadian meteorite with a confirmed crater, Whitecourt holds special appeal for Canadian collectors and anyone interested in the intersection of meteoritics and impact geology. Specimens of this quality and size with original display packaging are increasingly sought after.

Why This Specimen Belongs in Your Collection

Imagine owning a piece of the only meteorite in Canada known to have formed an impact crater — a fragment of iron that struck the Alberta forest with enough force to leave a permanent mark on the landscape. At 28.356 grams, this is a substantial, hand-filling specimen with excellent character, presented in its original display box and ready to be shown. Whether you are a Canadian collector, a meteorite enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the extraordinary, this Whitecourt individual is a rare opportunity.

The specimen shown is the exact piece you will receive. Guaranteed authentic. Includes display box and information card.