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Not Gold, Not Platinum—This Man’s Mysterious Rock Was Worth More Than Both and Came from Space

In 2015, David Hole unearthed a 17-kilogram rock in Victoria, Australia, hoping it was gold. It turned out to be a 4.6-billion-year-old meteorite—rarer and more valuable than any precious metal. Named the Maryborough Meteorite, this space rock offers insight into the solar system’s formation. Learn how meteorites are found, studied, and valued in this detailed guide for both curious beginners and seasoned professionals.