Meteorite falls of 1838
5 meteorites in the catalogue are recorded as witnessed falls in 1838, in 3 countries. The largest recovered mass is Chandakapur, at 8.8 kg.
What fell in 1838
| Meteorite | Country | Class | Mass recovered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akbarpur | India | H4 | 1.8 kg |
| Chandakapur | India | L5 | 8.8 kg |
| Cold Bokkeveld | South Africa | CM2 | 5.2 kg |
| Kaee | India | H5 | 230 g |
| Montlivault | France | L6 | 500 g |
A witnessed fall is a meteorite seen or heard coming down and then picked up, as opposed to a find, which is discovered later with no record of its arrival. The mass is the total recovered, often from many pieces.