description Glorieta Mountain Overview
Glorieta Mountain is a main-group pallasite meteorite found in New Mexico, United States. Like other pallasites, it contains olivine crystals embedded in an iron-nickel metal matrix, producing a distinctive mixture of silicate and metallic material when specimens are cut and polished. Both complete masses and scattered fragments have been recovered from its strewn field, making it relevant to collectors and to researchers studying differentiated asteroid interiors.
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Glorieta Mountain ranks #103 of 213 in the Meteorite ranking, behind Morasko, ahead of Toluca.
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How good is Glorieta Mountain?
Glorieta Mountain scores 7.95/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Meteorite category. Attractive American pallasite, respected specimens, less historically or scientifically singular.
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Is Glorieta Mountain worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.95/10, Glorieta Mountain is a solid option in Meteorite. See all Meteorite ranked.
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