Shergotty Martian Meteorite Fall Site Rockhounding & Mineral Guide

Quick answer

Shergotty Martian Meteorite Fall Site is a documented Bihar geological or mineral locality/context. Reported interests include Martian meteorite, Maskelynite, Pyroxene, Plagioclase. Access status: Reference / viewing only.

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MaterialsMartian meteorite, Maskelynite, Pyroxene, Plagioclase

Locality typeHistoric

Access statusReference / viewing only

Map precisionRecommended Meteoritical Bulletin fall coordinate; historic fall-site reference only.

DistrictGaya

ReviewedSeptember 5, 2026

What is documented here?

The Meteoritical Bulletin records the approved Shergotty meteorite fall at 24°33′N, 84°50′E.

Can you collect here?

Reference, controlled or industrial geological locality. Do not treat this record as a recreational collecting destination.

The mineral/geological occurrence is documented, but occurrence evidence alone does not establish a general recreational right to collect.

Before visiting

Confirm exact land ownership, mineral/mining rights, forest/protected status, local restrictions and any permission required before removing material.

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Field-use reminder: a geological occurrence or map pin does not create a right to collect.