Meteorite falls of 1842
4 meteorites in the catalogue are recorded as witnessed falls in 1842, in 4 countries. The largest recovered mass is Milena, at 10 kg.
What fell in 1842
| Meteorite | Country | Class | Mass recovered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aumieres | France | L6 | 2 kg |
| Barea | Spain | Mesosiderite-A1 | 3.2 kg |
| Milena | Croatia | L6 | 10 kg |
| Myhee Caunta | India | OC | Not recorded |
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.