This meteorite was found in Namibia in 1836. Most meteorites have this crust, but some do not. If a meteor fragments into many pieces after it has traveled through the upper atmosphere, most fragments probably will not have this fusion crust. Additionally, if the meteorite has been on Earth for a long period of time, the crust can deteriorate due to weathering. The crust is usually dark in color with a glassy feel.
Chondrules are characteristic of the major class of stone meteorites known as chondrites.
Chondrules are small crystalline spheres that range in size from a few tenths of a millimeter to a few millimeters in diameter, and are not always very easy to recognize in a specimen. Iron content is characteristic in most meteorites. With a few exceptions, both stone meteorites and iron meteorites contain iron-nickel. A magnet is the best field tool for identifying meteorites. Because of their metallic content, many meteorites that have been on Earth for a long period of time will show rust on the surface.