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Hammond Downs

Part of Hall of Meteorites.

B.5.2.4. Hammond Downs. A diverse family

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A diverse family

At first glance, meteorites don't look too much alike. Yet researchers have concluded that Bath and Hammond Downs were once part of the same parent body. Richardton (right) was probably part of the same original body as well, although the evidence is less certain.

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HAMMOND DOWNS

Found 1950 South Gregory, Queensland, Australia

H4

AMNH 4255

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